CVE-2011-0488:CVE-2011-0488 describes a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in NTWebServer.exe in InduSoft NTWebServer, as distributed in Advantech Studio 6.1 and InduSoft Web Studio 7.0, allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary code via a long request to TCP port 80.

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The vulnerability in NTWebServer.exe in InduSoft NTWebServer can be exploited by remote attackers to crash the daemon or execute arbitrary code by sending a specially crafted request to TCP port 80. This could lead to a denial of service condition or unauthorized access to the affected system.

Overview

This vulnerability affects InduSoft NTWebServer in Advantech Studio 6.1 and InduSoft Web Studio 7.0. It is a stack-based buffer overflow issue that can be triggered by sending a long request to TCP port 80. The impact of this vulnerability includes the potential for a denial of service or the execution of arbitrary code by malicious actors.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to apply the necessary patches or updates provided by the vendor. It is recommended to install the security updates released by Advantech to address this issue. Additionally, users should ensure that network security measures are in place to prevent unauthorized access to TCP port 80.

References

  1. Secunia Advisory: http://secunia.com/advisories/42903
  2. OSVDB Entry: http://www.osvdb.org/70396
  3. InduSoft Blog: http://www.indusoft.com/blog/?p=337
  4. CERT-VN Advisory: http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/506864
  5. VUPEN Advisory: http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0093
  6. US-CERT Advisory: http://www.us-cert.gov/control_systems/pdf/ICSA-10-337-01.pdf
  7. VUPEN Advisory: http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0092
  8. Advantech Direct: http://www.advantechdirect.com/emarketingprograms/AStudio_Patch/AStudio_Patch.htm
  9. SecurityFocus BID: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45783
  10. IBM X-Force: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64678

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  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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