CVE-2014-0780: InduSoft Web Studio NTWebServer Directory Traversal Vulnerability

Published Apr 25, 2014
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Updated

Directory traversal vulnerability in NTWebServer in InduSoft Web Studio 7.1 before SP2 Patch 4 allows remote attackers to read administrative passwords in APP files, and consequently execute arbitrary code, via unspecified web requests.

Other sources

InduSoft Web Studio NTWebServer contains a directory traversal vulnerability that allows remote attackers to read administrative passwords in APP files, allowing for remote code execution.

CISA

Affected Software

5 affected components
InduSoft Web Studio
InduSoft Web Studio<=7.1
InduSoft Web Studio=7.1
InduSoft Web Studio=7.1-sp1
InduSoft Web Studio=7.1-sp2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade InduSoft Web Studio NTWebServer to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.1+Service Pack 2+ Patch 4Patch InduSoft Web Studio v7.1+Service Pack 2+ Patch 4

Event History

Apr 25, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:12 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 15, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-0780?

CVE-2014-0780 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-0780?

To fix CVE-2014-0780, update InduSoft Web Studio to version 7.1 SP2 Patch 4 or later.

3

What types of attacks can be carried out exploiting CVE-2014-0780?

Exploiting CVE-2014-0780 can lead to unauthorized access to administrative passwords and execution of arbitrary code.

4

Which versions of InduSoft Web Studio are affected by CVE-2014-0780?

CVE-2014-0780 affects InduSoft Web Studio versions 7.1 prior to SP2 Patch 4.

5

Is CVE-2014-0780 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2014-0780 is a remote vulnerability, allowing external attackers to exploit it without physical access.

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