Type Confusion Vulnerability in Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer
CVE-2020-16229

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2020-16229?

A vulnerability in Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer enables a type confusion condition due to improper validation of user-supplied data when processing specially crafted project files. This flaw may allow attackers to execute remote code, potentially leading to unauthorized access, information disclosure, data modification, or application instability.

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-20-954/
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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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