CWE
287
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-0239

First published: Tue Feb 21 2012(Updated: )

uaddUpAdmin.asp in Advantech/BroadWin WebAccess before 7.0 does not properly perform authentication, which allows remote attackers to modify an administrative password via a password-change request.

Credit: cret@cert.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Advantech WebOP<=6.0
Advantech WebOP=5.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-0239?

    CVE-2012-0239 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to improper authentication that can lead to unauthorized password modifications.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-0239?

    To fix CVE-2012-0239, upgrade Advantech WebAccess to version 7.0 or later to ensure proper authentication mechanisms are in place.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-0239?

    CVE-2012-0239 is an authentication vulnerability that allows attackers to change administrative passwords without proper verification.

  • Which versions of Advantech WebAccess are affected by CVE-2012-0239?

    CVE-2012-0239 affects Advantech WebAccess versions before 7.0, including 5.0 and up to 6.0.

  • Can CVE-2012-0239 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2012-0239 can be exploited remotely by attackers to modify administrative passwords.

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