CVE-2020-16229
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CVE-2020-16229 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. 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.. EPSS estimates a 2.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
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.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Advantech | Webaccess\/Hmi Designer | <= 2.1.9.31 |
References
- https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-219-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-954/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-219-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-954/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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