#VU29942 Missing Authentication for Critical Function in iView


Published: 2020-07-15 | Updated: 2020-07-17

Vulnerability identifier: #VU29942

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-14501

CWE-ID: CWE-306

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
iView
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Advantech Co., Ltd

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information on the system.

The vulnerability exists due missing authentication for critical function. A remote attacker can gain access to sensitive information on the target system and delete the administrator account.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

iView: 5.6


External links
http://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-196-01


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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