#VU27675 Path traversal in Advantech WebAccess - CVE-2020-12010

Vulnerability identifier: #VU27675

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 4.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:N/VI:L/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12010

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Advantech WebAccess
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Advantech Co., Ltd

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences. A remote authenticated attacker can use a specially crafted file to delete files outside the application’s control.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Advantech WebAccess: 6.0-2007.06.05 - 9.0.0

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External links
https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-128-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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