Buffer overflow in EZPLC Editor - CVE-2019-13522

Detailed vulnerability description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the application. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted project file, trick the victim into opening it, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code under the privileges of the application.

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

How to mitigate CVE-2019-13522

Sources

• https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-19-246-02
• https://www.ezautomation.net/access.php