7.8
CWE
843
Advisory Published
Updated
Advisory Published

CVE-2020-16229: Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer PM3 File Parsing Type Confusion Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Thu Aug 06 2020(Updated: )

Advantech WebAccess HMI Designer, Versions 2.1.9.31 and prior. Processing specially crafted project files lacking proper validation of user supplied data may cause a type confusion condition, which may allow remote code execution, disclosure/modification of information, or cause the application to crash.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow 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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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2020-16229?

    CVE-2020-16229 is a vulnerability in Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer that allows remote code execution.

  • How does CVE-2020-16229 work?

    CVE-2020-16229 can be exploited by remote attackers through user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-16229?

    CVE-2020-16229 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-16229?

    Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer versions up to and including 2.1.9.31 are affected by CVE-2020-16229.

  • How can I fix CVE-2020-16229?

    To fix CVE-2020-16229, users should update to the latest version of Advantech WebAccess/HMI Designer.

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