CVE-2018-7505: Malicious File Upload

Published May 15, 2018
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Updated

In Advantech WebAccess versions V8.220170817 and prior, WebAccess versions V8.3.0 and prior, WebAccess Dashboard versions V.2.0.15 and prior, WebAccess Scada Node versions prior to 8.3.1, and WebAccess/NMS 2.0.3 and prior, a TFTP application has unrestricted file uploads to the web application without authorization, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Advantech WebAccess<=8.2_20170817
Advantech WebAccess<=8.3.0
Advantech WebAccess Dashboard<=2.0.15
Advantech WebAccess SCADA<8.3.1
Advantech Webaccess\/nms<=2.0.3

Event History

May 15, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-7505?

CVE-2018-7505 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for unrestricted file uploads.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-7505?

To fix CVE-2018-7505, upgrade to Advantech WebAccess version V8.3.1 or later, WebAccess Dashboard version V2.0.16 or later, and WebAccess/NMS version 2.0.4 or later.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2018-7505?

CVE-2018-7505 affects Advantech WebAccess versions up to 8.2_20170817, WebAccess Dashboard versions up to 2.0.15, and WebAccess Scada Node versions prior to 8.3.1.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2018-7505?

CVE-2018-7505 can be exploited through an unrestricted file upload attack, potentially allowing unauthorized file access and execution.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-7505 if immediate patching is not possible?

If immediate patching is not possible, restrict access to the TFTP application and monitor for suspicious upload activities.

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