CVE-2019-7228
First published: Thu Jun 27 2019(Updated: )
The ABB IDAL HTTP server mishandles format strings in a username or cookie during the authentication process. Attempting to authenticate with the username %25s%25p%25x%25n will crash the server. Sending %08x.AAAA.%08x.%08x will log memory content from the stack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ABB PB610 Panel Builder 600 Firmware | >=1.91<=2.8.0.367 | |
| ABB Panel Builder 600 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/153404/ABB-IDAL-HTTP-Server-Uncontrolled-Format-String.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2019/Jun/43
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108886
- https://search.abb.com/library/Download.aspx?DocumentID=3ADR010377&LanguageCode=en&DocumentPartId=&Action=Launch
- https://www.darkmatter.ae/xen1thlabs/abb-idal-http-server-uncontrolled-format-string-vulnerability-xl-19-012/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-7228?
CVE-2019-7228 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to crash the server and disclose sensitive stack memory contents.
How do I fix CVE-2019-7228?
To mitigate CVE-2019-7228, ensure you upgrade the ABB PB610 Panel Builder 600 firmware to version 2.8.0.367 or later.
What are the effects of exploiting CVE-2019-7228?
Exploiting CVE-2019-7228 can result in a denial of service by crashing the server and may also leak sensitive information from memory.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-7228?
CVE-2019-7228 affects ABB IDAL HTTP server versions prior to 2.8.0.367.
What kind of attack vector does CVE-2019-7228 represent?
CVE-2019-7228 represents a format string vulnerability that can be exploited during the authentication process.
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