How severe is CVE-2020-7493?

CVE-2020-7493 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2020-7493 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-7493?

CVE-2020-7493 primarily affects Schneider-electric Ecostruxure Operator Terminal Expert. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-7493?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2020-7493 published?

CVE-2020-7493 was published on 2020-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-7493

CVE-2020-7493 is a high-severity vulnerability in Schneider-electric Ecostruxure Operator Terminal Expert with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-89.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 6.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (63rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-89
Affected product: Schneider-electric Ecostruxure Operator Terminal Expert
Published: 2020-06-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability exists in EcoStruxure Operator Terminal Expert 3.1 Service Pack 1 and prior (formerly known as Vijeo XD) which could cause malicious code execution when opening the project file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-7493?: A CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability exists in EcoStruxure Operator Terminal Expert 3.1 Service Pack 1 and prior (formerly known as Vijeo XD) which could cause malicious code execution when opening the project file.
How severe is CVE-2020-7493?: CVE-2020-7493 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-7493 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-7493?: CVE-2020-7493 primarily affects Schneider-electric Ecostruxure Operator Terminal Expert. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-7493?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-7493 published?: CVE-2020-7493 was published on 2020-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/SEVD-2020-133-04

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:schneider-electric:ecostruxure_operator_terminal_expert:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:schneider-electric:ecostruxure_operator_terminal_expert:3.1:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:schneider-electric:ecostruxure_operator_terminal_expert:3.1:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*

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