7.2
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-8388: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Nov 21 2014(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in Advantech WebAccess, formerly BroadWin WebAccess, before 8.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ip_address parameter in an HTML document.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Advantech WebOP<=7.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-8388?

    CVE-2014-8388 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-8388?

    To fix CVE-2014-8388, upgrade Advantech WebAccess to version 8.0 or later.

  • What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2014-8388?

    CVE-2014-8388 affects Advantech WebAccess versions prior to 8.0, specifically versions up to 7.2.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-8388?

    CVE-2014-8388 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2014-8388 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2014-8388 can be exploited remotely through a crafted ip_address parameter in an HTML document.

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