CVE-2018-17905 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-17905 affecting Omron CX-Supervisor Versions 3.4.1.0 and earlier. Discover the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps to prevent memory corruption.
Omron CX-Supervisor Versions 3.4.1.0 and earlier are susceptible to memory corruption due to improper handling of project files.
Understanding CVE-2018-17905
If one tampers with a specific byte in project files, memory corruption within a particular object can occur in Omron CX-Supervisor Versions 3.4.1.0 and prior.
What is CVE-2018-17905?
- Vulnerability in Omron CX-Supervisor Versions 3.4.1.0 and earlier
- Risk of memory corruption by modifying a specific byte in project files
The Impact of CVE-2018-17905
- Potential memory corruption within a specific object
Technical Details of CVE-2018-17905
Omron CX-Supervisor vulnerability details:
Vulnerability Description
- Improper handling of project files leading to memory corruption
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: CX-Supervisor
- Vendor: Omron
- Versions Affected: 3.4.1.0 and prior
Exploitation Mechanism
- Modifying a specific byte in project files
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2018-17905:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Omron CX-Supervisor to the latest version
- Monitor for any unusual file modifications
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update security policies
- Conduct security training for employees
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by Omron