CVE-2016-2275

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.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.29%
Third-Party Advisory us-cert.gov
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-049-01 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2275?
CVE-2016-2275 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-2275?
To fix CVE-2016-2275, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-2275 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-2275 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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