CVE-2014-2375 in IntegraXor
Summary
by MITRE
Ecava IntegraXor SCADA Server Stable 4.1.4360 and earlier and Beta 4.1.4392 and earlier allows remote attackers to read or write to arbitrary files, and obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service (disk consumption), via the CSV export feature.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/14/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-2375 affects Ecava IntegraXor SCADA server versions 4.1.4360 and earlier, as well as beta versions 4.1.4392 and earlier, presenting a critical security flaw in the CSV export functionality. This issue arises from inadequate input validation and improper file access controls within the software's data export mechanism, creating a path for remote attackers to exploit the system through maliciously crafted CSV export requests. The vulnerability specifically targets the server's handling of file paths and access permissions, allowing unauthorized users to traverse the file system and access sensitive information stored on the server.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the software's failure to properly sanitize user-supplied data when processing CSV export requests. Attackers can manipulate the export parameters to specify arbitrary file paths, enabling them to read files from locations outside the intended export directory. This flaw operates under the CWE-22 principle of path traversal, where insufficient input validation allows attackers to access files through directory traversal sequences. The vulnerability can be exploited through network-based attacks, requiring no local system access or authentication, making it particularly dangerous in industrial control environments where SCADA systems are often exposed to external networks.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure to include potential system compromise and service disruption. Remote attackers can leverage this flaw to access sensitive configuration files, system logs, and potentially critical operational data that should remain protected within the SCADA environment. The ability to write to arbitrary files provides attackers with opportunities to inject malicious content or corrupt system files, while the potential for disk consumption attacks could lead to denial of service conditions that disrupt critical industrial processes. This vulnerability directly impacts the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the SCADA system, which are fundamental pillars of industrial cybersecurity.
Organizations utilizing Ecava IntegraXor SCADA systems should immediately implement mitigations including applying the vendor-provided patches and updates released to address this vulnerability, implementing network segmentation to limit access to SCADA systems, and deploying intrusion detection systems to monitor for exploitation attempts. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under the T1059 technique of command and control, where attackers can establish persistent access through file system manipulation, and T1105 under remote service access, where the vulnerability enables unauthorized access to system resources. Additional security measures should include regular vulnerability assessments, network monitoring for anomalous file access patterns, and implementing least privilege principles for system accounts to minimize the potential impact of successful exploitation attempts.