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CVE-2021-32968: Moxa NPort IAW5000A-I/O Series Serial Device Server Classic Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Apr 01 2022(Updated: )

Two buffer overflows in the built-in web server in Moxa NPort IAW5000A-I/O Series firmware version 2.2 or earlier may allow a remote attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Moxa Nport Iaw5150a-6i\/o Firmware<=2.2
Moxa Nport Iaw5150a-6i\/o
Moxa Nport Iaw5150a-12i\/o Firmware<=2.2
Moxa Nport Iaw5150a-12i\/o
Moxa Nport Iaw5250a-6i\/o Firmware<=2.2
Moxa Nport Iaw5250a-6i\/o
Moxa Nport Iaw5250a-12i\/o Firmware<=2.2
Moxa Nport Iaw5250a-12i\/o
Moxa NPort IAW5000A-I/O Series firmware version 2.2 or earlier

Remedy

Moxa has developed solutions to address these vulnerabilities. Please contact Moxa Technical Support for a security patch. Moxa has also published a security advisory to provide more information.

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Parent vulnerabilities

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-32968?

    CVE-2021-32968 is a vulnerability in the built-in web server in Moxa NPort IAW5000A-I/O Series firmware version 2.2 or earlier that may allow a remote attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-32968?

    CVE-2021-32968 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).

  • What software is affected by CVE-2021-32968?

    Moxa NPort IAW5000A-I/O Series firmware version 2.2 or earlier is affected by CVE-2021-32968.

  • How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2021-32968?

    A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2021-32968 by causing buffer overflows in the built-in web server of the vulnerable firmware.

  • Are there any fixes available for CVE-2021-32968?

    It is recommended to update the Moxa NPort IAW5000A-I/O Series firmware to version 2.2 or later to fix CVE-2021-32968.

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