CVE-2014-5428: Critical severity johnson controls metasys vulnerability

Published Mar 29, 2015
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Updated

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in unspecified web services in Johnson Controls Metasys 4.1 through 6.5, as used in Application and Data Server (ADS), Extended Application and Data Server (aka ADX), LonWorks Control Server 85 LCS8520, Network Automation Engine (NAE) 55xx-x, Network Integration Engine (NIE) 5xxx-x, and NxE8500, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a shell script.

Affected Software

13 affected components
Johnsoncontrols Metsys=4.1
Johnsoncontrols Metsys=6.5
Johnsoncontrols Application And Data Server
Johnsoncontrols Extended Application And Data Server
Johnsoncontrols Lonworks Control Server Lcs8520
Johnsoncontrols Network Automation Engine 5510-2
Johnsoncontrols Network Automation Engine 5510-2u
Johnsoncontrols Network Automation Engine 5511-2
Johnsoncontrols Network Automation Engine 5520-2
Johnsoncontrols Network Automation Engine 5521-2
Johnsoncontrols Network Integration Engine 5510-2
Johnsoncontrols Network Integration Engine 5511-2
Johnsoncontrols Nxe8500

Event History

Mar 29, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-5428?

CVE-2014-5428 has been assigned a medium severity level due to the risk associated with unrestricted file uploads.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-5428?

To mitigate CVE-2014-5428, ensure that secure file upload controls, such as file type validation and size restrictions, are implemented.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2014-5428?

CVE-2014-5428 affects Johnson Controls Metasys versions 4.1 to 6.5 particularly in specific web services.

4

Can unauthorized users exploit CVE-2014-5428?

Yes, unauthorized users can exploit CVE-2014-5428 to upload malicious files to vulnerable servers.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2014-5428?

A specific patch for CVE-2014-5428 may not be available, but applying the latest security updates from Johnson Controls is recommended.

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