Buffer Overflow in Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer Compromises Security
CVE-2020-16215

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Advantech
Status
Advantech Webaccess Hmi Designer
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 August 2020

What is CVE-2020-16215?

Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer, specifically versions 2.1.9.31 and earlier, is vulnerable due to improper validation of user-supplied data in specially crafted project files. This may lead to a stack-based buffer overflow, enabling attackers to execute remote code, access or modify sensitive information, or cause the application to crash, effectively compromising the integrity and availability of the HMI Designer's functionality.

Affected Version(s)

Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer Versions 2.1.9.31 and prior

References

https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-219-02
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https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-953/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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