CVE-2023-39474

Inductive Automation Ignition downloadLaunchClientJar Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Inductive Automation Ignition downloadLaunchClientJar Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Inductive Automation Ignition. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must connect to a malicious server. The specific flaw exists within the downloadLaunchClientJar function. The issue results from the lack of validating a remote JAR file prior to loading it. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. . Was ZDI-CAN-19915.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.78% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory zerodayinitiative.com
Affected: Inductive Automation Ignition
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1049/ third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-39474?
CVE-2023-39474 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-39474?
To fix CVE-2023-39474, 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-2023-39474 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-39474 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-39474?
CVE-2023-39474 affects Inductive Automation Ignition.
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