CVE-2013-0685: Critical severity wonderware information server vulnerability

Published May 9, 2013
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Updated

Invensys Wonderware Information Server (WIS) 4.0 SP1SP1, 4.5- Portal, and 5.0- Portal does not restrict unspecified size and amount values, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via unknown vectors.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Invensys Wonderware Information Server=4.0-sp1sp1
Invensys Wonderware Information Server=4.5
Invensys Wonderware Information Server=5.0

Event History

May 9, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0685?

CVE-2013-0685 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-0685?

To fix CVE-2013-0685, update the Invensys Wonderware Information Server to a patched version that resolves this vulnerability.

3

What versions of Invensys Wonderware Information Server are affected by CVE-2013-0685?

CVE-2013-0685 affects versions 4.0 SP1SP1, 4.5 Portal, and 5.0 Portal of Invensys Wonderware Information Server.

4

Can CVE-2013-0685 lead to denial of service?

Yes, CVE-2013-0685 can potentially lead to a denial of service due to resource consumption by arbitrary code execution.

5

Is there a known exploitation method for CVE-2013-0685?

CVE-2013-0685 does not specify the exploitation vectors, making it a concern for various unknown methods of attack.

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