CVE-2021-38442
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CVE-2021-38442 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. FATEK Automation WinProladder versions 3.30 and prior lacks proper validation of user-supplied data when parsing project files, which could result in a heap-corruption condition. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.. EPSS estimates a 0.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
FATEK Automation WinProladder versions 3.30 and prior lacks proper validation of user-supplied data when parsing project files, which could result in a heap-corruption condition. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fatek | Winproladder | <= 3.30 |
References
- https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-280-06Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-280-06Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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