CVE-2024-11157: Rockwell Automation Third Party Vulnerability in Arena

Published Dec 19, 2024
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Updated

A third-party vulnerability exists in the Rockwell Automation Arena® that could allow a threat actor to write beyond the boundaries of allocated memory in a DOE file. If exploited, a threat actor could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. To exploit this vulnerability, a legitimate user must execute the malicious code crafted by the threat actor.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Rockwell Automation Arena
rockwellautomation Arena<16.20.07

Remediation

Information

V16.20.07 and later

Event History

Dec 19, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:48 PM
RemedyDescription
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-11157?

CVE-2024-11157 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-11157?

To fix CVE-2024-11157, update Rockwell Automation Arena to the latest version as recommended by the vendor.

3

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2024-11157?

CVE-2024-11157 could be exploited by a threat actor to execute arbitrary code by writing beyond allocated memory boundaries.

4

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-11157?

CVE-2024-11157 affects versions of Rockwell Automation Arena up to 16.20.07.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-11157?

Currently, no specific workarounds for CVE-2024-11157 are provided; users are advised to apply the patch as soon as it is available.

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