CVE-2024-21913: Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation Vulnerable To Memory Corruption

Published Mar 26, 2024
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Updated

A heap-based memory buffer overflow vulnerability in Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation software could potentially allow a malicious user to insert unauthorized code into the software by overstepping the memory boundaries, which triggers an access violation. Once inside, the threat actor can run harmful code on the system. This affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the product. To trigger this, the user would unwittingly need to open a malicious file shared by the threat actor.

Affected Software

1 affected component
rockwellautomation Arena>=16.00.00<16.20.03

Remediation

Information

Update to v16.20.03

Event History

Mar 26, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:38 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-21913?

CVE-2024-21913 has a high severity rating due to its potential for allowing unauthorized code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-21913?

To fix CVE-2024-21913, update Rockwell Automation Arena software to a version that is above 16.20.03.

3

Which versions of Rockwell Automation Arena are affected by CVE-2024-21913?

CVE-2024-21913 affects versions of Rockwell Automation Arena from 16.00.00 to 16.20.03.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2024-21913?

CVE-2024-21913 is categorized as a heap-based memory buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Could CVE-2024-21913 allow remote code execution?

Yes, CVE-2024-21913 could potentially allow remote code execution if exploited successfully.

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