What is CVE-2020-16211?

CVE-2020-16211 is a vulnerability in Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-16211?

CVE-2020-16211 has a severity rating of medium.

Which versions of Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer are affected by CVE-2020-16211?

CVE-2020-16211 affects Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer versions up to and including 2.1.9.31.

How can I fix CVE-2020-16211?

To fix CVE-2020-16211, users should update to a version of Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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CVE-2020-16211

medium

5.5

CWE

125

6/8/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-16211: Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer PM3 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Thu Aug 06 2020(Updated: )

Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer, Versions 2.1.9.31 and prior. An out-of-bounds read vulnerability may be exploited by processing specially crafted project files, which may allow an attacker to read information.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Advantech Webaccess\/hmi Designer	<=2.1.9.31
Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer
Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer Versions 2.1.9.31 and prior

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ICSA-20-219-02

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-16211?
CVE-2020-16211 is a vulnerability in Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16211?
CVE-2020-16211 has a severity rating of medium.
Which versions of Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer are affected by CVE-2020-16211?
CVE-2020-16211 affects Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer versions up to and including 2.1.9.31.
How can I fix CVE-2020-16211?
To fix CVE-2020-16211, users should update to a version of Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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