Vulnerability identifier: #VU47172

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-16232

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WideField3
Universal components / Libraries / Programming Languages & Components

Vendor: Yokogawa

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error. A remote authenticated attacker can create a specially crafted project file, trick the victim into opening it, trigger memory corruption and cause a denial of service condition on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WideField3: R1.01 - R4.03

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-273-02
http://web-material3.yokogawa.com/1/30026/files/YSAR-20-0002-E.pdf?_ga=2.18845885.505222375.1601457...

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.