A reflected
cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the SVG version of System
Diagnostics Manager of B&R Automation Runtime versions <= G4.93 that
enables a remote attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context
of the attacked user’s browser session.
An update is available that resolves a vulnerability in the product versions listed above.
Configurations
Workarounds
Do not use Hyperlinks provided by untrusted 3rd party to access the SDM. Hyperlinks may be provided via:
* Emails from unknown users
* Social media channels
* Messaging services
* Webpages with comment functionality
* QR Codes
The use of external Web Application Firewalls (WAF) can mitigate attacks using reflected cross-site scripting.