Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:STC:ACTIVEX:SIEMENS-AUTO |
|---|---|
Severity |
Medium |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Siemens Automation License Manager almaxcx.dll Save() Method Unsafe ActiveX Control |
Release Date |
2012/11/02 |
Update Number |
2200 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0.110090709+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: Siemens Automation License Manager almaxcx.dll Save() Method Unsafe ActiveX Control
This signature detects attempts to use unsafe ActiveX controls in the Siemens Automation License Manager. An attacker can create a malicious Web site containing Web pages with dangerous ActiveX controls, which if accessed by a victim, allows the attacker to gain control of the victim's client browser.
Extended Description
Siemens Automation License Manager is prone to an arbitrary-file-overwrite vulnerability. Attackers can overwrite arbitrary files on the victim's computer in the context of the vulnerable application using the ActiveX control (typically Internet Explorer). Siemens Automation License Manager 500.0.122.1 is vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.
Affected Products
- Siemens Automation License Manager 500.0.122 1
References
- BugTraq: 50831
- CVE: CVE-2011-4532
- URL: http://www.us-cert.gov/control_systems/pdf/ICSA-11-361-01.pdf