Vulnerability identifier: #VU9886

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-16749

CWE-ID: CWE-416

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Delta Industrial Automation Screen Editor
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Delta Electronics, Inc.

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

The weakness exists due to use-after-free-error when handling a malicious input. A local attacker can supply specially crafted .dbp files, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation
Update to the latest version.

Vulnerable software versions

Delta Industrial Automation Screen Editor: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-004-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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