SB2019121306 - Remote code execution in Advantech DiagAnywhere Server



SB2019121306 - Remote code execution in Advantech DiagAnywhere Server

Published: December 13, 2019

Security Bulletin ID SB2019121306
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Stack-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-18257)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the file transfer service listening on the TCP port. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trigger stack-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system with the privileges of the current user.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.