Vulnerability identifier: #VU46531

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-14517

CWE-ID: CWE-326

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
CodeMeter Runtime
Server applications / DLP, anti-spam, sniffers

Vendor: Wibu Systems

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to the protocol encryption can be easily broken and the server accepts external connections. A remote attacker can communicate with the CodeMeter API.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

CodeMeter Runtime: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-203-01
http://www.wibu.com/fileadmin/wibu_downloads/security_advisories/Advisory_WIBU-200521-04.pdf

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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.