What is the severity of CVE-2021-34597?

The severity of CVE-2021-34597 is high (CVSS score: 7.8).

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-34597?

PC Worx Automation Suite of Phoenix Contact up to version 1.88 and PC Worx Express up to version 1.88 are affected by CVE-2021-34597.

How can I fix CVE-2021-34597?

To fix CVE-2021-34597, it is recommended to update PC Worx Automation Suite and PC Worx Express to a version beyond 1.88.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-34597

high

7.8

CWE

4/11/2021

16/9/2024

CVE-2021-34597: Phoenix Contact: PC Worx/-Express prone to improper input validation vulnerability

Q: What is CVE-2021-34597?

CVE-2021-34597 is an Improper Input Validation vulnerability in PC Worx Automation Suite of Phoenix Contact up to version 1.88.

Q: How does CVE-2021-34597 impact me?

CVE-2021-34597 could allow an attacker with a manipulated project file to unpack arbitrary files outside of the selected project directory.

First published: Thu Nov 04 2021(Updated: )

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in PC Worx Automation Suite of Phoenix Contact up to version 1.88 could allow an attacker with a manipulated project file to unpack arbitrary files outside of the selected project directory.

Credit: info@cert.vde.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Phoenixcontact Pc Worx	<=1.88
Phoenixcontact Pc Worx Express	<=1.88

Remedy

With the next version of Automation Worx Software Suite additional plausibility checks for archive content will be implemented.

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Reference Links

https://cert.vde.com/en/advisories/VDE-2021-052/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-34597?
CVE-2021-34597 is an Improper Input Validation vulnerability in PC Worx Automation Suite of Phoenix Contact up to version 1.88.
How does CVE-2021-34597 impact me?
CVE-2021-34597 could allow an attacker with a manipulated project file to unpack arbitrary files outside of the selected project directory.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-34597?
The severity of CVE-2021-34597 is high (CVSS score: 7.8).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-34597?
PC Worx Automation Suite of Phoenix Contact up to version 1.88 and PC Worx Express up to version 1.88 are affected by CVE-2021-34597.
How can I fix CVE-2021-34597?
To fix CVE-2021-34597, it is recommended to update PC Worx Automation Suite and PC Worx Express to a version beyond 1.88.

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