Description
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Advantech WebAccess before 7.2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string in the (1) ProjectName, (2) SetParameter, (3) NodeName, (4) CCDParameter, (5) SetColor, (6) AlarmImage, (7) GetParameter, (8) GetColor, (9) ServerResponse, (10) SetBaud, or (11) IPAddress parameter to an ActiveX control in (a) webvact.ocx, (b) dvs.ocx, or (c) webdact.ocx.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advantech | WebAccess | ≤ 7.1 | 7.2 |
Public exploits
Exploit or proof-of-concept code for this vulnerability is publicly available, which lowers the bar for attackers. Treat it as a reason to patch sooner.
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Metasploit 1 module
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Advantech WebAccess dvs.ocx GetColor Buffer Overflow
exploit/windows/browser/advantech_webaccess_dvs_getcolor
Exploit-DB 1
- Advantech Webaccess - dvs.ocx GetColor Buffer Overflow (Metasploit) EDB-34757 · remote · Sep 24, 2014 · verified
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Advisories 1
- ICSA-14-198-02 Advantech WebAccess Vulnerabilities CISA ICS & IT advisories · Jun 6, 2025