What is the severity of ZDI-20-811?

The severity of ZDI-20-811 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-20-811?

To fix ZDI-20-811, update your Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation to the latest version provided by the vendor.

Who is affected by ZDI-20-811?

The vulnerability ZDI-20-811 affects installations of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation software.

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-20-811?

ZDI-20-811 is a remote code execution vulnerability that requires user interaction for exploitation.

What are the prerequisites for exploiting ZDI-20-811?

Exploitation of ZDI-20-811 requires the user to visit a malicious webpage or open a malicious file.

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ZDI-20-811

high

7.8

20/1/2025

ZDI-20-811: Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation DOE File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

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 parsing of DOE 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
Rockwell Automation Arena

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-20-811?
The severity of ZDI-20-811 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-20-811?
To fix ZDI-20-811, update your Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-20-811?
The vulnerability ZDI-20-811 affects installations of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation software.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-20-811?
ZDI-20-811 is a remote code execution vulnerability that requires user interaction for exploitation.
What are the prerequisites for exploiting ZDI-20-811?
Exploitation of ZDI-20-811 requires the user to visit a malicious webpage or open a malicious file.

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