CVE-2018-5452
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CVE-2018-5452 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A Stack-based Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in Emerson Process Management ControlWave Micro Process Automation Controller: ControlWave Micro [ProConOS v.4.01.280] firmware: CWM v.05.78.00 and prior. A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability caused by sending crafted packets on Port 20547 could force the PLC to change its state into halt mode.. EPSS estimates a 2.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Stack-based Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in Emerson Process Management ControlWave Micro Process Automation Controller: ControlWave Micro [ProConOS v.4.01.280] firmware: CWM v.05.78.00 and prior. A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability caused by sending crafted packets on Port 20547 could force the PLC to change its state into halt mode.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Emerson | Controlwave Micro Firmware | <= 05.78.00 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103180Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-058-03Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103180Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-058-03Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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