Double Free Vulnerability in Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer
CVE-2020-16217

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2020-16217?

A double free vulnerability exists in Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer, specifically in versions 2.1.9.31 and earlier. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of specially crafted project files, which may lead to potential remote code execution, unauthorized disclosure or modification of sensitive information, and instability of the application, causing it to crash.

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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-20-952/
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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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