What is the severity of CVE-2016-2275?

CVE-2016-2275 has a medium severity rating because it allows remote administrative actions due to insufficient access control.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2275?

To fix CVE-2016-2275, users should upgrade the firmware of their Advantech/B+B SmartWorx devices to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

What actions can attackers perform through CVE-2016-2275?

Attackers can perform unauthorized administrative actions by exploiting the lack of proper access control in the web interface.

Is CVE-2016-2275 a client-side vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2016-2275 is considered a client-side vulnerability as it relies on the client to implement access control.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-2275

critical

CWE

284

21/2/2016

5/8/2024

CVE-2016-2275

First published: Sun Feb 21 2016(Updated: )

The web interface on Advantech/B+B SmartWorx VESP211-EU devices with firmware 1.7.2 and VESP211-232 devices with firmware 1.5.1 and 1.7.2 relies on the client to implement access control, which allows remote attackers to perform administrative actions via modified JavaScript code.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Advantech Vesp211-eu Firmware
Advantech Vesp211-eu Firmware	=1.7.2
Advantech Vesp211-232 Firmware
Advantech Vesp211-232	=1.5.1
Advantech Vesp211-232	=1.7.2

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Reference Links

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-049-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2275?
CVE-2016-2275 has a medium severity rating because it allows remote administrative actions due to insufficient access control.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2275?
To fix CVE-2016-2275, users should upgrade the firmware of their Advantech/B+B SmartWorx devices to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What devices are affected by CVE-2016-2275?
CVE-2016-2275 affects Advantech VESP211-EU devices with firmware 1.7.2 and VESP211-232 devices with firmware versions 1.5.1 and 1.7.2.
What actions can attackers perform through CVE-2016-2275?
Attackers can perform unauthorized administrative actions by exploiting the lack of proper access control in the web interface.
Is CVE-2016-2275 a client-side vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2016-2275 is considered a client-side vulnerability as it relies on the client to implement access control.

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