Remote code execution in Eaton ELCSoft



Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2018-7511
CWE-ID CWE-120
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 ELCSoft
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor Eaton

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Buffer overflow

EUVDB-ID: #VU10865

Risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-7511

CWE-ID: CWE-120 - Buffer overflow

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The weakness exists due to buffer overflow when handling malicious input. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted input, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

ELCSoft: All versions

CPE2.3 External links

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-065-03


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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