CVE-2011-4524: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 21, 2012
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Advantech/BroadWin WebAccess before 7.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string value in unspecified parameters.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Advantech Advantech WebAccess<=6.0
Advantech Advantech WebAccess=5.0
Remediation
Event History
Feb 21, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4524?
CVE-2011-4524 has a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-4524?
To fix CVE-2011-4524, upgrade Advantech WebAccess to version 7.0 or later.
3
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2011-4524 exploit?
CVE-2011-4524 exploits a buffer overflow vulnerability by accepting excessively long string values.
4
Which versions of Advantech WebAccess are affected by CVE-2011-4524?
Versions of Advantech WebAccess before 7.0, including 5.0 and any versions up to and including 6.0, are affected by CVE-2011-4524.
5
Is CVE-2011-4524 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2011-4524 is a remote vulnerability, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code over the network.