CVE-2016-2275 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

The web interface on Advantech/B+B SmartWorx VESP211-EU devices with firmware 1.7.2 and VESP211-232 devices with firmware 1.5.1 and 1.7.2 relies on the client to implement access control, which allows remote attackers to perform administrative actions via modified JavaScript code.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Advantech	Vesp211-Eu	-
Advantech	Vesp211-Eu Firmware	1.7.2
Advantech	Vesp211-232	-
Advantech	Vesp211-232 Firmware	1.5.1

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-284

References

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-049-01Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-049-01Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource

FAQ

What is CVE-2016-2275?

CVE-2016-2275 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The web interface on Advantech/B+B SmartWorx VESP211-EU devices with firmware 1.7.2 and VESP211-232 devices with firmware 1.5.1 and 1.7.2 relies on the client to implement access control, which allows...

How severe is CVE-2016-2275?

CVE-2016-2275 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2016-2275?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Advantech Vesp211-Eu, Advantech Vesp211-Eu Firmware, Advantech Vesp211-232, Advantech Vesp211-232 Firmware.