CVE-2021-34606

Public Exploit
XINJE XD/E Series PLC Program Tool DLL Hijacking

Description

A vulnerability exists in XINJE XD/E Series PLC Program Tool in versions up to v3.5.1 that can allow an authenticated, local attacker to load a malicious DLL. Local access is required to successfully exploit this vulnerability. This means the potential attacker must have access to the system and sufficient file-write privileges. If exploited, the attacker could place a malicious DLL file on the system, that when running XINJE XD/E Series PLC Program Tool will allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of another user's account.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Third-Party Advisory claroty.com
Affected: XINJE XD/E Series PLC Program Tool
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://claroty.com/2022/05/11/blog-research-from-project-file-to-code-execution-exploiting-vulnerabilities-in-xinje-plc-program-tool/ third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-34606?
CVE-2021-34606 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-34606?
To fix CVE-2021-34606, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-34606 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-34606 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-34606?
CVE-2021-34606 affects XINJE XD/E Series PLC Program Tool.
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