#VU57968 Input validation error in DAQFactory - CVE-2021-42543

Vulnerability identifier: #VU57968

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-42543

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
DAQFactory
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: AzeoTech

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected application uses specific functions that can be abused through a crafted project file. A remote attacker can pass specially crafted input to the application and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

DAQFactory: 18.1 2347

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External links
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-308-02

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.