CVE-2020-14519: High severity wibu-systems ag vulnerability

Published Sep 16, 2020
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Updated

This vulnerability allows an attacker to use the internal WebSockets API for CodeMeter (All versions prior to 7.00 are affected, including Version 7.0 or newer with the affected WebSockets API still enabled. This is especially relevant for systems or devices where a web browser is used to access a web server) via a specifically crafted Java Script payload, which may allow alteration or creation of license files for when combined with CVE-2020-14515.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Wibu-Systems AG All versions prior to 7.10a are affected by CVE-2020-14509 and CVE-2020-14519
Wibu-Systems AG All versions prior to 7.10a are affected by CVE-2020-14517
Wibu-Systems AG All versions prior to 7.10 are affected by CVE-2020-16233
Wibu-Systems AG All versions prior to 6.81 are affected by CVE-2020-14513
Wibu-Systems AG All versions prior to 6.90 are affected by CVE-2020-14515 when using CmActLicense update files with CmActLicense Firm Code
Wibu CodeMeter<7.00

Event History

Sep 16, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:44 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-14519?

CVE-2020-14519 is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to use the internal WebSockets API for CodeMeter.

2

Which versions of CodeMeter are affected by CVE-2020-14519?

All versions prior to 7.00 of CodeMeter are affected by CVE-2020-14519.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-14519?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-14519 by using the internal WebSockets API for CodeMeter.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-14519?

CVE-2020-14519 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-14519?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-14519 at the following link: [https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-203-01](https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-203-01)

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