Vulnerability identifier: #VU7999

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-12707

CWE-ID: CWE-121

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SpiderControl MicroBrowser
Server applications / Web servers

Vendor: iniNet Solutions GmbH

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

The weakness exists due to stack-based buffer overflow when handling malicious content. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening visiting a specially crafted website, trigger memory corruption, gain access to the system, manipulate system files and execute arbitrary code with privileges of the current user.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation
Update to version 1.6.40.148.
http://www.ininet.ch/public/MicroBrowser/XP/index.html

Vulnerable software versions

SpiderControl MicroBrowser: 1.6.30.144

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-234-02

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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.