CVE-2020-27281: Delta Industrial Automation CNCSoft ScreenEditor DPB File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
A stack-based buffer overflow may exist in Delta Electronics CNCSoft ScreenEditor versions 1.01.26 and prior when processing specially crafted project files, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Delta Industrial Automation CNCSoft ScreenEditor. 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 DPB files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-27281.
What is the affected software?
The affected software is Delta Industrial Automation CNCSoft ScreenEditor version up to 1.01.26.
How severe is CVE-2020-27281?
CVE-2020-27281 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2020-27281?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2020-27281 by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
Are there any references for CVE-2020-27281?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2020-27281 at the following references: [US-CERT Advisory](https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-005-06) and [ZeroDay Initiative Advisory](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-039/).