Vulnerability identifier: #VU15163

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-14826

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
EMG 12
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Entes Electronics

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication on the target system.

The vulnerability exists in a web interface due to improper authentication. A remote unauthenticated attacker can a web interface and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

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

Mitigation
Update to the latest version.

Vulnerable software versions

EMG 12: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-275-03

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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.