CVE-2021-38442: 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 a heap-corruption condition. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FATEK WinProladder | <=3.30 | |
| Fatek Automation WinProladder | <=3.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38442?
CVE-2021-38442 is a vulnerability found in FATEK Automation WinProladder versions 3.30 and prior that allows code execution in the current process.
How severe is CVE-2021-38442?
CVE-2021-38442 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-38442?
FATEK Automation WinProladder versions 3.30 and prior are affected by CVE-2021-38442.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) associated with CVE-2021-38442?
CVE-2021-38442 is associated with CWE-787 (Out-of-bounds Write) and CWE-119 (Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer).
Is there a fix or patch for CVE-2021-38442?
At this time, there is no information available about a fix or patch for CVE-2021-38442. It is recommended to follow the guidance provided by FATEK Automation and cybersecurity authorities.
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