SB2018122111 - Remote code execution in Horner Automation Cscape



SB2018122111 - Remote code execution in Horner Automation Cscape

Published: December 21, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018122111
CSH Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
  • Low
  • Medium
  • High
  • Critical

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Improper input validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-19005)

CWE-ID: CWE-20 - Improper input validation

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


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

The vulnerability exists due to an error when processing malicious input. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted POC files to read confidential information and remotely execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.