Stack-based buffer overflow in AzeoTech DAQFactory

1) Stack-based buffer overflow

EUVDB-ID: #VU44740

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 9.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2011-3492

CWE-ID: CWE-121 - Stack-based buffer overflow

Exploit availability: Yes

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when processing a crafted NETB packet to UDP port 20034. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trigger stack-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

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

Mitigation

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

Vulnerable software versions

DAQFactory: 3.0 - 5.84

External links

http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/daqfactory_1-adv.txt
http://osvdb.org/75496
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/17855
http://www.us-cert.gov/control_systems/pdf/ICS-ALERT-11-256-02.pdf
http://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/69764

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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.