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CVE-2023-22419

7.8 · HIGH

Out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in Kostac PLC Programming Software (Former name: Koyo PLC Programming Software) Version 1.6.9.0 and earlier.

Published Mar 6, 2023CWE-125EPSS 0.23%

Overview

CVE-2023-22419 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 6, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in Kostac PLC Programming Software (Former name: Koyo PLC Programming Software) Version 1.6.9.0 and earlier. When processing a comment block in stage information, the end of data cannot be verified and out-of-bounds read occurs. As a result, opening a specially crafted project file may lead to information disclosure and/or arbitrary code execution.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-22419?

CVE-2023-22419 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 6, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-22419?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-22419?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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