7.8
CWE
194
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-38434: FATEK Automation WinProladder

First published: Thu Oct 07 2021(Updated: )

FATEK Automation WinProladder versions 3.30 and prior lacks proper validation of user-supplied data when parsing project files, which could result in an unexpected sign extension. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fatek WinProladder<=3.30
Fatek Automation WinProladder<=3.30

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-38434?

    CVE-2021-38434 is rated as high severity due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-38434?

    To fix CVE-2021-38434, upgrade FATEK WinProladder to version 3.31 or later, which includes the necessary patches.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2021-38434?

    CVE-2021-38434 affects FATEK Automation WinProladder versions up to and including 3.30.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-38434?

    CVE-2021-38434 is a code execution vulnerability caused by improper validation of user-supplied data.

  • Can CVE-2021-38434 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2021-38434 can be exploited remotely if an attacker can supply a crafted project file to the application.

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