CVE-2020-14503: Advantech iView NetworkServlet Improper Input Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jul 15, 2020
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Updated

Advantech iView, versions 5.6 and prior, has an improper input validation vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Advantech iView. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the NetworkServlet servlet. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data prior to further processing. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM.

ZDI

Affected Software

3 affected components
Advantech iView Versions 5.6 and prior
Advantech iView
Advantech iView<=5.6

Event History

Jul 15, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:15 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:15 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 21, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·08:35 AM

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-14503?

CVE-2020-14503 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Advantech iView.

2

Who is affected by CVE-2020-14503?

Users of Advantech iView versions up to and including 5.6 are affected by CVE-2020-14503.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-14503?

CVE-2020-14503 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).

4

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be exploited remotely by attackers without requiring authentication.

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Are there any known fixes for CVE-2020-14503?

At the moment, there is no known fix or patch available for CVE-2020-14503.

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