First published: Wed Aug 30 2017(Updated: )
An Externally Controlled Format String issue was discovered in Advantech WebAccess versions prior to V8.2_20170817. String format specifiers based on user provided input are not properly validated, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Advantech WebOP | <=8.2 |
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CVE-2017-12702 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
To fix CVE-2017-12702, update Advantech WebAccess to version V8.2_20170817 or later.
CVE-2017-12702 affects all versions of Advantech WebAccess prior to V8.2_20170817.
CVE-2017-12702 is an Externally Controlled Format String vulnerability.
Yes, CVE-2017-12702 can be exploited remotely due to improper validation of user-provided input.