CVE-2020-16209 describes a critical buffer overflow vulnerability in Fieldcomm Group HART-IP (release 1.0.0.0) affecting the Developer Kit, Developer Kit Firmware, and HIPserver. An unauthenticated attacker can remotely crash the device or gain full control by sending specially crafted, oversized messages. With a CVSS score of 9.8 (Critical), this vulnerability poses a significant risk due to its network-based attack vector and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploits, Metasploit modules, or community discussions are currently identified, the potential for remote code execution makes it a serious concern.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
3.6.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:fieldcommgroup:hipserver:3.6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.0.0.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:fieldcommgroup:hart-ip_developer_kit_firmware:1.0.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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