#VU72730 Use-after-free in Kostac PLC Programming Software - CVE-2023-22424

Vulnerability identifier: #VU72730

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-22424

CWE-ID: CWE-416

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Kostac PLC Programming Software
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: JTEKT ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted project file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Kostac PLC Programming Software: 1.6.9.0

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External links
https://jvn.jp/en/vu/JVNVU94966432/index.html

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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.