Remote code execution in Omron CX-Programmer



Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2022-2979
CWE-ID CWE-416
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 CX-Programmer
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor Omron

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Use-after-free

EUVDB-ID: #VU66906

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-2022-2979

CWE-ID: CWE-416 - Use After Free

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

CX-Programmer: All versions

CPE2.3 External links

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-242-09


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.



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