CVE-2020-14498

HMS Industrial Networks AB eCatcher Stack-based Buffer Overflow

Description

HMS Industrial Networks AB eCatcher all versions prior to 6.5.5 is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow, which may allow an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.

Remediation

Solution:

  • HMS recommends users update eCatcher to Version 6.5.5 or later https://ewon.biz/technical-support/pages/all-downloads . For more information, see the HMS advisory https://www.hms-networks.com/cybersecurity .

Categories

9.6
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.55%
Third-Party Advisory cisa.gov
Affected: HMS Industrial Networks AB eCatcher
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-14498?
CVE-2020-14498 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-14498?
To fix CVE-2020-14498: HMS recommends users update eCatcher to Version 6.5.5 or later https://ewon.biz/technical-support/pages/all-downloads . For more information, see the HMS advisory https://www.hms-networks.com/cybersecurity .
Is CVE-2020-14498 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-14498 is being actively exploited. 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-2020-14498?
CVE-2020-14498 affects HMS Industrial Networks AB eCatcher.
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