#VU20840 Stack-based buffer overflow in EZTouch Editor - CVE-2019-13518

Vulnerability identifier: #VU20840

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/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-2019-13518

CWE-ID: CWE-121

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
EZTouch Editor
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: EZAutomation

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the application. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted project file, trigger stack-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code under the privileges of the application. 

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

EZTouch Editor: 1.0.2 - 2.1.0

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External links
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-19-246-01
https://www.ezautomation.net/access.php

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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.