7.8
CWE
824
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-27858: Rockwell Automation Arena® Simulation Uninitialized Pointer Vulnerability

First published: Fri Oct 27 2023(Updated: )

Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation contains an arbitrary code execution vulnerability that could potentially allow a malicious user to commit unauthorized code to the software by using an uninitialized pointer in the application.  The threat-actor could then execute malicious code on the system affecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the product.  The user would need to open a malicious file provided to them by the attacker for the code to execute.

Credit: PSIRT@rockwellautomation.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Rockwellautomation Arena Simulation<16.20.02

Remedy

* Upgrade to 16.20.02 which has been patched to mitigate these issues, by referencing BF29820 - Patch: ZDI Security Patch & Windows 11 updates , Arena 16.2 https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1141044 .

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2023-27858?

    CVE-2023-27858 is an uninitialized pointer vulnerability found in Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation software.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-27858?

    CVE-2023-27858 has a severity score of 7.8 (high).

  • How does CVE-2023-27858 affect Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation?

    CVE-2023-27858 allows a malicious user to execute arbitrary code in Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation through an uninitialized pointer.

  • How can I fix CVE-2023-27858?

    To fix CVE-2023-27858, it is recommended to install the latest version of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation software.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-27858?

    More information about CVE-2023-27858 can be found at the Rockwell Automation support page: [link](https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1141145).

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