CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-10631: Path Traversal

First published: Thu Apr 09 2020(Updated: )

An attacker could use a specially crafted URL to delete or read files outside the WebAccess/NMS's (versions prior to 3.0.2) control.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Advantech WebAccess/NMS<3.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-10631?

    CVE-2020-10631 is rated as high severity due to the potential for unauthorized file access and deletion.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-10631?

    To fix CVE-2020-10631, upgrade Advantech WebAccess/NMS to version 3.0.2 or later.

  • What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2020-10631?

    CVE-2020-10631 allows attackers to exploit vulnerabilities via specially crafted URLs to read or delete files outside the WebAccess/NMS control.

  • Which versions of Advantech WebAccess/NMS are affected by CVE-2020-10631?

    CVE-2020-10631 affects all versions of Advantech WebAccess/NMS prior to version 3.0.2.

  • What should I do if I cannot upgrade to fix CVE-2020-10631?

    If upgrading is not possible, consider implementing firewall rules or security measures to mitigate exposure to CVE-2020-10631.

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