CVE-2020-12006
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.69%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12006 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Advantech WebAccess Node, Version 8.4.4 and prior, Version 9.0.0. Multiple relative path traversal vulnerabilities exist that may allow a low privilege user to overwrite files outside the application’s control.. EPSS estimates a 3.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Advantech WebAccess Node, Version 8.4.4 and prior, Version 9.0.0. Multiple relative path traversal vulnerabilities exist that may allow a low privilege user to overwrite files outside the application’s control.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Advantech | Webaccess | <= 8.4.4 |
| Advantech | Webaccess | 9.0.0 |
References
- https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-128-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-589/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-595/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-605/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-128-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-589/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-595/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-605/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12006?
Advantech WebAccess Node, Version 8.4.4 and prior, Version 9.0.0. Multiple relative path traversal vulnerabilities exist that may allow a low privilege user to overwrite files outside the application’s control.
How severe is CVE-2020-12006?
CVE-2020-12006 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12006?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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