Advantech WISE-PaaS/RMM RMSWatchDog distributer Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability

November 1st, 2019

Vulnerability Details

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Advantech WISE-PasS/RMM. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the RMSWatchDog service, which listens on TCP port 81 by default. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose information in the context of SYSTEM.

Additional Details

Advantech has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-19-304-01

Disclosure Timeline

  • 2019-08-20 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
  • 2019-11-01 - Coordinated public release of advisory

Credit

rgod of 9sg

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