CVE-2024-11158: arena — Fix

Description

An “uninitialized variable” code execution vulnerability exists in the Rockwell Automation Arena® that could allow a threat actor to craft a DOE file and force the software to access a variable before it being initialized. If exploited, a threat actor could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. To exploit this vulnerability, a legitimate user must execute the malicious code crafted by the threat actor.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

6.7

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-665 CWE-665

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
rockwellautomation	arena	< 16.20.00

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/trust-center/security-advisories/advisory.SD1713.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-11158? +

An “uninitialized variable” code execution vulnerability exists in the Rockwell Automation Arena® that could allow a threat actor to craft a DOE file and force the software to access a variable before it being initialized. If exploited, a threat actor could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. To exploit this vulnerability, a legitimate user must execute the malicious code crafted by the threat actor. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.7 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-11158? +

CVE-2024-11158 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.7 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-11158? +

CVE-2024-11158 affects products from rockwellautomation, specifically: arena. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-11158? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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