CVE-2018-7756

RunExeFile.exe in the installer for DEWESoft X3 SP1 (64-bit) devices does not require authentication for sessions on TCP port 1999, which allows remote…

published March 14, 2018

Patch now

High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.1th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
—
EPSS
61%
Percentile
99.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple session on TCP port 1999 could lead to a world of trouble! The RunExeFile.exe installer for DEWESoft X3 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute commands without breaking a sweat. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk into the kitchen and start cooking without a chef's approval. An attacker can just stroll in, whip up their own malicious .EXE, and serve up chaos! An attacker could remotely execute arbitrary code or issue internal commands like turning off the firewall. This could lead to complete control over the device, exposing sensitive data or disrupting operations — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk into the kitchen and start cooking without a chef's approval. An attacker can just stroll in, whip up their own malicious .EXE, and serve up chaos! This vulnerability arises because the RunExeFile.exe does not require authentication for sessions, allowing unrestricted access to internal commands and execution of files from arbitrary external URLs.

What to do

An attacker could remotely execute arbitrary code or issue internal commands like turning off the firewall. This could lead to complete control over the device, exposing sensitive data or disrupting operations — absolutely devastating! To secure your system, ensure that access to TCP port 1999 is restricted, either by implementing a firewall or changing default settings. Additionally, check for any updates from DEWESoft regarding this issue and apply them promptly. 🛡️ You've got this! With a few steps, you can ensure your systems are secure and keep those attackers at bay! ✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.60741 · 99.1th percentile
Published
2018-03-14T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 SEP 03:16Z
    EPSS moved 61% → 43%
    epss
  • 06 SEP 03:12Z
    EPSS moved 61% → 43%
    epss
  • 30 AUG 16:01Z
    EPSS moved 43% → 61%
    epss
  • 29 AUG 04:42Z
    EPSS moved 61% → 43%
    epss
  • 14 MAR 20:00Z
    RunExeFile.exe in the installer for DEWESoft X3 SP1 (64-bit) devices does not require authentication for sessions on TCP port 1999, which allows remote…
    cvelistv5