CVE-2019-13521: Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation DOE File Insufficient UI Warning Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 27, 2020
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Updated

A maliciously crafted program file opened by an unsuspecting user of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation Software version 16.00.00 and earlier may result in the limited exposure of information related to the targeted workstation. Rockwell Automation has released version 16.00.01 of Arena Simulation Software to address the reported vulnerabilities.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of DOE files. Crafted data in a DOE file can allow execution of arbitrary commands without prompting the user. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user.

Affected Software

3 affected components
rockwellautomation Arena Simulation<=16.00.00
rockwellautomation Arena<=16.00.00
Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation

Event History

Jan 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:52 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:16 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-13521?

CVE-2019-13521 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation.

2

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file, to be exploited.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-13521?

The severity of CVE-2019-13521 is rated as high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

4

What is the affected software?

The affected software is Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation version 16.00.00.

5

How can I fix CVE-2019-13521?

To fix CVE-2019-13521, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Rockwell Automation.

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