CVE-2018-8847CWE-121

Eaton 9000X DriveA versions 2.0.29 and prior has a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability, which may allow remote code execution

published July 13, 2018

CVSS
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EPSS
7%
Percentile
94.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A stack-based buffer overflow is lurking in Eaton 9000X DriveA versions 2.0.29 and earlier — it's like leaving the back door wide open for any wayward delivery! 🚪 Think of it as a restaurant where the kitchen is overwhelmed and takes in too many orders at once, leading to a disastrous mix-up of ingredients. In this case, the excess data pushes the boundaries, allowing unauthorized access to critical systems. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute code remotely, potentially taking control of the device and manipulating it in devastating ways. Imagine someone hijacking a vehicle's navigation system; they could steer it wherever they want!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where the kitchen is overwhelmed and takes in too many orders at once, leading to a disastrous mix-up of ingredients. In this case, the excess data pushes the boundaries, allowing unauthorized access to critical systems. This vulnerability allows for remote code execution due to insufficient bounds checking in the stack, meaning an attacker can overflow the buffer and inject malicious code.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute code remotely, potentially taking control of the device and manipulating it in devastating ways. Imagine someone hijacking a vehicle's navigation system; they could steer it wherever they want! Immediately update to a secure version beyond 2.0.29. Regularly review and patch your systems to defend against potential exploits. Conduct an audit of the configurations to ensure no other vulnerabilities are lurking! You've got this! Just follow these steps, and you'll be on your way to securing your environment in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06752 · 94.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-121 · Stack-based Buffer Overflow
Published
2018-07-13T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 JUL 19:00Z
    Eaton 9000X DriveA versions 2.0.29 and prior has a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability, which may allow remote code execution
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