CVE-2020-12014 SQL injection in Advantech WebAccess Node

High 7.5 Published Updated

Attackers can inject SQL commands into Advantech WebAccess Node due to improper input sanitization, potentially compromising data integrity and confidentiality.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2020-12014?

CVE-2020-12014 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Advantech Webaccess, published on 8 May 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Advantech WebAccess Node, Version 8.4.4 and prior, Version 9.0.0. Input is not properly sanitized and may allow an attacker to inject SQL commands.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-12014?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Advantech Webaccess.

How do I fix CVE-2020-12014?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-12014 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.

Is CVE-2020-12014 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-12014 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Advantech Webaccess vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-h48v-g2fp-97x2.

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