CVE-2023-1141 in InfraSuite Device Master
Summary
by MITRE • 03/27/2023
Delta Electronics InfraSuite Device Master versions prior to 1.0.5 contain a command injection vulnerability that could allow an attacker to inject arbitrary commands, which could result in remote code execution.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/13/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-1141 affects Delta Electronics InfraSuite Device Master software versions before 1.0.5, presenting a critical command injection flaw that exposes systems to remote code execution risks. This issue resides within the device management software used for controlling and monitoring industrial infrastructure components, making it particularly concerning for operational technology environments where system integrity and security are paramount.
The technical flaw manifests as a command injection vulnerability that occurs when the software fails to properly sanitize user input before executing system commands. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting malicious input that gets interpreted and executed as system commands rather than being treated as data. This vulnerability specifically impacts the device master functionality that handles communication with various industrial devices and systems, creating a pathway for unauthorized command execution on the affected system.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability poses significant risks to industrial control systems and infrastructure management platforms. The ability to achieve remote code execution means attackers can potentially gain full control over the device master software, manipulate connected industrial devices, and potentially disrupt critical operations. The impact extends beyond simple system compromise as the attacker could modify device configurations, access sensitive operational data, or even cause physical damage to industrial equipment through command injection attacks.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-77 and CWE-94 categories, representing command injection and code injection weaknesses respectively, and maps to ATT&CK techniques such as T1059.001 for command and scripting interpreter and T1021.001 for remote services. These mappings indicate that the attack surface includes legitimate system interfaces that can be exploited to execute malicious commands remotely. Organizations using Delta Electronics InfraSuite Device Master software should prioritize immediate remediation through patching to version 1.0.5 or later, while implementing network segmentation and access controls to limit potential attack vectors.
Mitigation strategies should include regular security updates and patch management processes, network monitoring for suspicious command execution patterns, and implementation of principle of least privilege access controls for device master software. Security teams should also conduct thorough vulnerability assessments of their industrial control environments to identify similar command injection vulnerabilities in other software components. The affected systems require enhanced logging and monitoring capabilities to detect unauthorized command execution attempts, while administrative access should be restricted to authorized personnel only through multi-factor authentication mechanisms.