Remote code execution in Horner Automation Cscape



Published: 2019-02-20
Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2019-6555
CWE-ID CWE-20
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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Vendor Horner Automation

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Input validation error

EUVDB-ID: #VU17785

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-6555

CWE-ID: CWE-20 - Improper input validation

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

The weakness exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. A remote attacker can trick the victim into processing specially crafted POC files and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation

Update to version 9.90.

Vulnerable software versions

Cscape: 9.10 - 9.80.75.3 SP3

External links

http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-19-050-03


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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