Remote code execution in Horner Automation Cscape



Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2018-19005
CWE-ID CWE-20
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 Cscape
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor Horner Automation

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Improper input validation

EUVDB-ID: #VU16649

Risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-19005

CWE-ID: CWE-20 - Improper input validation

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when processing malicious input. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted POC files to read confidential information and remotely execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation

Update to version 9.80 SP4.

Vulnerable software versions

Cscape: 9.10 - 9.80.75.3 SP3

CPE2.3 External links

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-354-01


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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