Vulnerability identifier: #VU52303

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-27498

CWE-ID: CWE-617

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OpENer
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: EIP Stack Group

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a reachable assertion in OpENer EtherNet/IP. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted packet and cause a denial of service condition on the target system.

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

Vulnerable software versions

OpENer: 1.2.0 - 2.3

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-105-02

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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.