CVE Catalog

CVE-2015-7937

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A stack-based buffer overflow in the GoAhead Web Server on Schneider Electric Modicon M340 PLC BMXNOx and BMXPx devices allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long password in HTTP Basic Authentication data.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can remotely take control of the device, potentially leading to serious security and data integrity issues.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the web server software and implement stronger authentication mechanisms to minimize the risk of attack.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Stack-based buffer overflow in the GoAhead Web Server on Schneider Electric Modicon M340 PLC BMXNOx and BMXPx devices allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long password in HTTP Basic Authentication data.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS