Vulnerability identifier: #VU55826

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-33015

CWE-ID: CWE-824

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cscape
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor:

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to an uninitialized pointer issue. A remote attacker can use a specially crafted project file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-224-02

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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.