ZDI-19-344: OMRON CX-One CX-Programmer CXP File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of OMRON CX-One CX-Programmer. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of CXP files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Omron CX-One

Event History

Aug 4, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·08:31 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-19-344?

The severity of ZDI-19-344 is high due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix ZDI-19-344?

To fix ZDI-19-344, users should update to the latest version of OMRON CX-One CX-Programmer provided by the vendor.

3

What type of attacks can exploit ZDI-19-344?

ZDI-19-344 can be exploited through malicious web pages or files, requiring user interaction.

4

What versions of OMRON CX-One are affected by ZDI-19-344?

Specific versions of OMRON CX-One CX-Programmer prior to the patch are affected by ZDI-19-344.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-19-344?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-19-344 by visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

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