CVE-2018-7511

Description

In Eaton ELCSoft versions 2.04.02 and prior, there are multiple cases where specially crafted files could cause a buffer overflow which, in turn, may allow remote execution of arbitrary code.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.42% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory eaton.com
Affected: Eaton Eaton ELCSoft
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.eaton.com/ecm/idcplg?IdcService=GET_FILE&allowInterrupt=1&RevisionSelectionMethod=LatestReleased&noSaveAs=0&Rendition=Primary&dDocName=PCT_3313148 vendor advisory
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-065-03 third party advisory us government resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103301 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-7511?
CVE-2018-7511 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-7511?
To fix CVE-2018-7511, 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-2018-7511 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-7511 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-2018-7511?
CVE-2018-7511 affects Eaton Eaton ELCSoft.
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