CVE-2020-16225: Delta Industrial Automation TPEditor TPE File Parsing Write-what-where Condition Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Delta Electronics TPEditor Versions 1.97 and prior. A write-what-where condition may be exploited by processing a specially crafted project file. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may allow an attacker to read/modify information, execute arbitrary code, and/or crash the application.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Delta Industrial Automation TPEditor. 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 parsing of TPE files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write-what-where condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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What is the severity of CVE-2020-16225?
The severity of CVE-2020-16225 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How does CVE-2020-16225 impact Delta Industrial Automation TPEditor?
CVE-2020-16225 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Delta Industrial Automation TPEditor.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2020-16225?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2020-16225. The target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which version of Delta Industrial Automation TPEditor is affected by CVE-2020-16225?
Delta Industrial Automation TPEditor version 1.97 and below are affected by CVE-2020-16225.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-16225?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-16225 on the following websites: 1. [US-CERT Advisory](https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-219-04) 2. [Zero Day Initiative Advisory](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-964/)