This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation. 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 processing of project 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 | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Rockwell Automation Arena |
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The severity of ZDI-19-800 is classified as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
To mitigate ZDI-19-800, users should update Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation to the latest version provided by the vendor.
ZDI-19-800 affects installations of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation that are not patched against this vulnerability.
ZDI-19-800 is a remote code execution vulnerability requiring user interaction for exploitation.
If unable to update, limit access to affected systems and avoid opening suspicious files or visiting untrusted websites.