CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-5177

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A Stack Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in VIPA Controls WinPLC7 5.0.45.5921 and prior. An attacker with a specially crafted packet could overflow the fixed length buffer, potentially allowing remote code execution.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a risk of remote code execution, which could allow unauthorized individuals to take control of the system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update to the latest version of VIPA Controls WinPLC7 to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor the system for suspicious activity.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

A Stack Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in VIPA Controls WinPLC7 5.0.45.5921 and prior. A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified, where an attacker with a specially crafted packet could overflow the fixed length buffer. This could allow remote code execution.

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