CWE
287
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-0240

First published: Tue Feb 21 2012(Updated: )

GbScriptAddUp.asp in Advantech/BroadWin WebAccess before 7.0 does not properly perform authentication, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.

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-2012-0240?

    CVE-2012-0240 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-0240?

    To fix CVE-2012-0240, update Advantech WebAccess to version 7.0 or later.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2012-0240?

    CVE-2012-0240 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code by bypassing authentication.

  • Which versions of Advantech WebAccess are affected by CVE-2012-0240?

    CVE-2012-0240 affects Advantech WebAccess versions 6.0 and below.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-0240?

    Currently, the primary solution for CVE-2012-0240 is upgrading to the latest software version.

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