CVE-2018-5452: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 7, 2018
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Updated

A Stack-based Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in Emerson Process Management ControlWave Micro Process Automation Controller: ControlWave Micro [ProConOS v.4.01.280] firmware: CWM v.05.78.00 and prior. A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability caused by sending crafted packets on Port 20547 could force the PLC to change its state into halt mode.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Emerson Controlwave Micro Firmware<=05.78.00
Emerson ControlWave Micro
All of the following
Emerson Controlwave Micro Firmware<=05.78.00
Emerson ControlWave Micro

Event History

Mar 7, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-5452?

CVE-2018-5452 is a Stack-based Buffer Overflow issue discovered in Emerson Process Management ControlWave Micro Process Automation Controller: ControlWave Micro firmware: CWM v.05.78.00 and prior.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5452?

CVE-2018-5452 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).

3

How does CVE-2018-5452 affect Emerson Controlwave Micro firmware?

CVE-2018-5452 affects Emerson Controlwave Micro firmware versions up to and including CWM v.05.78.00.

4

What is the vulnerability type associated with CVE-2018-5452?

The vulnerability type associated with CVE-2018-5452 is a stack-based buffer overflow.

5

What is the CWE ID for CVE-2018-5452?

The CWE ID for CVE-2018-5452 is 119, 787, and 121.

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