CVE-2021-45117: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Mar 21, 2022
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Updated

The OPC autogenerated ANSI C stack stubs (in the NodeSets) do not handle all error cases. This can lead to a NULL pointer dereference.

Affected Software

7 affected components
opcfoundation Ua-nodeset<1.05.01
Siemens Simatic Net Pc=14
Siemens Simatic Net Pc=15
Siemens Simatic Net Pc=16
Siemens Simatic Net Pc=17
Siemens Sitop Manager
Siemens Telecontrol Server Basic=3.0

Event History

Mar 21, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:05 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-45117.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-45117?

The severity of CVE-2021-45117 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2021-45117?

The software affected by CVE-2021-45117 includes Opcfoundation Ua-nodeset, Siemens Simatic Net Pc (versions 14, 15, 16, and 17), Siemens Sitop Manager, and Siemens Telecontrol Server Basic (version 3.0).

4

How can the vulnerability in OPC autogenerated ANSI C stack stubs be exploited?

The vulnerability in OPC autogenerated ANSI C stack stubs can be exploited by triggering an error case that leads to a NULL pointer dereference.

5

Are there any references available for CVE-2021-45117?

Yes, there are references available for CVE-2021-45117. You can find them at the following links: [link1](https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-285795.pdf), [link2](https://files.opcfoundation.org/SecurityBulletins/OPC%20Foundation%20Security%20Bulletin%20CVE-2021-45117.pdf), [link3](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qv-RBdCaV4k).

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