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Advisory Published

ZDI-20-812: 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Rockwell Automation Arena

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-20-812?

    The severity of ZDI-20-812 is critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix ZDI-20-812?

    To fix ZDI-20-812, update Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation to the latest version provided by the vendor.

  • What types of attacks are possible with ZDI-20-812?

    With ZDI-20-812, attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

  • What versions of Arena Simulation are affected by ZDI-20-812?

    ZDI-20-812 affects specific installations of Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation, particularly those that haven't been updated to the latest security patches.

  • Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-20-812?

    Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-20-812 as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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