CVE-2024-2602
📋 TL;DR
This CVE describes a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in Schneider Electric software that allows authenticated users to execute malicious code by opening tampered project files. It affects systems running vulnerable versions of Schneider Electric products, potentially leading to remote code execution.
💻 Affected Systems
- Schneider Electric software with project file handling capabilities (specific products not detailed in CVE)
📦 What is this software?
Foxrtu Station by Schneider Electric
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Remote code execution leading to full system compromise, data theft, or disruption of industrial operations.
Likely Case
Unauthorized access and control over the affected system, allowing attackers to manipulate processes or steal sensitive data.
If Mitigated
Limited impact if proper access controls and file validation are in place, reducing the risk of exploitation.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires an authenticated user to open a tampered project file, making it dependent on social engineering or insider threats.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Not specified in CVE; refer to vendor advisory for details.
Vendor Advisory: https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2024-191-03&p_enDocType=Security+and+Safety+Notice&p_File_Name=SEVD-2024-191-03.pdf
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Review the vendor advisory for affected products. 2. Download and apply the latest patch from Schneider Electric. 3. Restart the system as required. 4. Verify the patch installation.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Restrict project file access
allLimit user permissions to only trusted sources for project files and implement file integrity checks.
Disable unnecessary features
allIf possible, disable project file import/export features in non-essential environments.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict access controls to limit who can open project files and monitor for suspicious activity.
- Use application whitelisting to prevent execution of unauthorized code and regularly audit system logs.
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check the software version against the vendor advisory; if running an affected version and project file handling is enabled, it may be vulnerable.Check Version:
Command varies by product; typically check via software GUI or vendor-specific CLI tools.Verify Fix Applied:
Confirm the software version has been updated to the patched version specified in the vendor advisory.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual file access patterns, unexpected project file modifications, or execution of unauthorized processes.
Network Indicators:
- Anomalous network traffic from the affected system, such as unexpected outbound connections.
SIEM Query:
Example: 'source="affected_software" AND (event="file_access" OR event="process_execution") AND user="authenticated_user"'