CVE-2014-2364: Advantech WebAccess Stack-Based Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 19, 2014
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Updated

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Advantech WebAccess before 7.2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string in the (1) ProjectName, (2) SetParameter, (3) NodeName, (4) CCDParameter, (5) SetColor, (6) AlarmImage, (7) GetParameter, (8) GetColor, (9) ServerResponse, (10) SetBaud, or (11) IPAddress parameter to an ActiveX control in (a) webvact.ocx, (b) dvs.ocx, or (c) webdact.ocx.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Advantech Advantech WebAccess<=7.1
Advantech Advantech WebAccess=5.0
Advantech Advantech WebAccess=6.0
Advantech Advantech WebAccess=7.0

Remediation

Information

Advantech released a new WebAccess Installation Package v7.2 on June 6, 2014, that removes some vulnerable ActiveX components and resolves the vulnerabilities within others. The download link for v7.2 is available at: http://webaccess.advantech.com/

Event History

Jul 19, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:09 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-2364?

CVE-2014-2364 has been rated with a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-2364?

To mitigate CVE-2014-2364, upgrade Advantech WebAccess to version 7.2 or later.

3

Which versions of Advantech WebAccess are affected by CVE-2014-2364?

CVE-2014-2364 affects Advantech WebAccess versions up to and including 7.1, as well as versions 5.0, 6.0, and 7.0.

4

Can CVE-2014-2364 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2014-2364 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted data to the affected application.

5

What types of attacks can result from CVE-2014-2364?

CVE-2014-2364 can lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system, allowing attackers to potentially gain unauthorized access.

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