CVE-2019-6521: High severity advantech webaccess/scada vulnerability
Published Feb 5, 2019
·Updated
WebAccess/SCADA, Version 8.3. Specially crafted requests could allow a possible authentication bypass that could allow an attacker to obtain and manipulate sensitive information.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Advantech Webaccess\/scada=8.3
Event History
Feb 5, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-6521?
CVE-2019-6521 is classified as a high-severity authentication bypass vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2019-6521?
To mitigate CVE-2019-6521, update to a version of WebAccess/SCADA that is not affected by this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-6521?
CVE-2019-6521 specifically affects Advantech WebAccess/SCADA version 8.3.
4
What type of attack is possible using CVE-2019-6521?
CVE-2019-6521 allows attackers to perform authentication bypass, leading to the potential manipulation of sensitive data.
5
Is CVE-2019-6521 still a risk if I have security measures in place?
Yes, CVE-2019-6521 remains a risk if the vulnerable version is in use, regardless of other security measures.