HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2021-42705

PLC Editor Versions 1.3.8 and prior is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow while processing project files, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Vulnerability Description

PLC Editor Versions 1.3.8 and prior is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow while processing project files, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
We-ConPlc Editor<= 1.3.8

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-42705?

CVE-2021-42705 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). PLC Editor Versions 1.3.8 and prior is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow while processing project files, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

How severe is CVE-2021-42705?

CVE-2021-42705 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-42705?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: We-Con Plc Editor.