Vulnerability identifier: #VU47703

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-25161

CWE-ID: CWE-73

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WebAccess/SCADA
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Advantech Co., Ltd

Description

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.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WebAccess/SCADA: 9.0.0

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-289-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.