SB2020101902 - Remote code execution in Advantech WebAccess/SCADA



SB2020101902 - Remote code execution in Advantech WebAccess/SCADA

Published: October 19, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020101902
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) External Control of File Name or Path (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-25161)

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

The vulnerability exists due to application allows an attacker to control path of the files to delete in the WADashboard component. A remote authenticated attacker can control or influence a path used in an operation on the filesystem and execute arbitrary code as an administrator.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.