CVE-2018-14828: High severity Advantech WebAccess vulnerability
Published Oct 23, 2018
·Updated
Advantech WebAccess 8.3.1 and earlier has an improper privilege management vulnerability, which may allow an attacker to access those files and perform actions at a system administrator level.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Advantech WebAccess<=8.3.1
Event History
Oct 23, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2018-14828?
CVE-2018-14828 has a high severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized access at the system administrator level.
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How do I fix CVE-2018-14828?
To address CVE-2018-14828, upgrade to Advantech WebAccess version 8.3.2 or later.
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What types of actions can be performed due to CVE-2018-14828?
Due to CVE-2018-14828, an attacker may perform actions that require administrative privileges, including accessing sensitive files.
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Which versions of Advantech WebAccess are affected by CVE-2018-14828?
CVE-2018-14828 affects Advantech WebAccess versions up to and including 8.3.1.
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What is the impact of CVE-2018-14828 on system security?
The impact of CVE-2018-14828 on system security includes the risk of unauthorized access and control over critical system functionalities.