Heap-based buffer overflow in Arena Simulation Software - CVE-2024-21913

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. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file, trigger a heap-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

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

How to mitigate CVE-2024-21913

Sources

• https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/support/advisory.SD-1665.html
• https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-086-03