Vulnerability Description
The BWOCXRUN.BwocxrunCtrl.1 control contains a method named “OpenUrlToBuffer.” This method takes a URL as a parameter and returns its contents to the caller in JavaScript. The URLs are accessed in the security context of the current browser session. The control does not perform any URL validation and allows “file://” URLs that access the local disk. The method can be used to open a URL (including file URLs) and read file URLs through JavaScript. This method could also be used to reach any arbitrary URL to which the browser has access.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Advantech | Advantech Webaccess | <= 7.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://webaccess.advantech.com/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66740
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-14-079-03
- http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-14-079-03US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-0771?
CVE-2014-0771 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The BWOCXRUN.BwocxrunCtrl.1 control contains a method named “OpenUrlToBuffer.” This method takes a URL as a parameter and returns its contents to the caller in JavaScript. The URLs are accessed in t...
How severe is CVE-2014-0771?
CVE-2014-0771 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-0771?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Advantech Advantech Webaccess.