CVE-2018-5440

Description

A Stack-based Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in 3S-Smart CODESYS Web Server. Specifically: all Microsoft Windows (also WinCE) based CODESYS web servers running stand-alone Version 2.3, or as part of the CODESYS runtime system running prior to Version V1.1.9.19. A crafted request may cause a buffer overflow and could therefore execute arbitrary code on the web server or lead to a denial-of-service condition due to a crash in the web server.

Categories

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.38% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory us-cert.gov
Affected: n/a 3S-Smart Software Solutions GmbH CODESYS Web Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102909 vdb entry third party advisory
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-032-02 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5440?
CVE-2018-5440 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-5440?
To fix CVE-2018-5440, 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-2018-5440 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-5440 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-5440?
CVE-2018-5440 affects n/a 3S-Smart Software Solutions GmbH CODESYS Web Server.
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