CWE
287
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-5152

First published: Mon Feb 13 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in Advantech WebAccess Version 8.1. By accessing a specific uniform resource locator (URL) on the web server, a malicious user is able to access pages unrestricted (AUTHENTICATION BYPASS).

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Advantech WebOP=8.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-5152?

    CVE-2017-5152 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for authentication bypass.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-5152?

    To fix CVE-2017-5152, update Advantech WebAccess to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What versions of Advantech WebAccess are affected by CVE-2017-5152?

    Advantech WebAccess Version 8.1 is the affected version for CVE-2017-5152.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-5152?

    CVE-2017-5152 is classified as an authentication bypass vulnerability.

  • What can a malicious user do with CVE-2017-5152?

    A malicious user can access pages on the Advantech WebAccess web server without proper authentication.

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