#VU76066 Buffer overflow in Arena Simulation Software - CVE-2023-29460

Vulnerability identifier: #VU76066

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/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-2023-29460

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Arena Simulation Software
Server applications / Virtualization software

Vendor: Rockwell Automation

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when parsing DOE files. A remote attacker can trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Arena Simulation Software: 16.00

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External links
https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1139391
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-23-131-10
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-610/
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1899/
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1898/

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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.