CVE-2024-11158: Rockwell Automation Arena® Uninitialized Vulnerability

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2024-11158?

CVE-2024-11158 is classified as a code execution vulnerability, which can allow unauthorized access and potential control of the affected system.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2024-11158?

To fix CVE-2024-11158, ensure you are running the latest version of Rockwell Automation Arena and apply any patches provided by the vendor.

Q: What systems are affected by CVE-2024-11158?

CVE-2024-11158 affects the Rockwell Automation Arena software.

Q: What can attackers do by exploiting CVE-2024-11158?

Exploiting CVE-2024-11158 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by forcing the software to access an uninitialized variable.

Q: When was CVE-2024-11158 disclosed?

CVE-2024-11158 was disclosed recently and details can be found in the related security advisories by Rockwell Automation.

Published Dec 5, 2024

Updated

An “uninitialized variable” code execution vulnerability exists in the

Rockwell Automation Arena®

that could allow a threat actor to craft a DOE file and force the software to access a variable before it being initialized. 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<=16.20.00

Remediation

Information

Corrected in software version 16.20.06 and later Mitigations and Workarounds Customers using the affected software are encouraged to apply these risk mitigations, if possible. For information on how to mitigate Security Risks on industrial automation control systems, we encourage customers to implement our suggested security best practices https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1085012/loc/en_US#__highlight to minimize the risk of the vulnerability.

Event History

Dec 5, 2024

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:41 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:41 PM

RemedyDescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·06:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-11158?

CVE-2024-11158 is classified as a code execution vulnerability, which can allow unauthorized access and potential control of the affected system.

How do I fix CVE-2024-11158?

To fix CVE-2024-11158, ensure you are running the latest version of Rockwell Automation Arena and apply any patches provided by the vendor.

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-11158?