CVE-2019-6825 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-6825 affecting ProClima software versions prior to 8.0.0. Understand the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps for this CWE-427 vulnerability.
ProClima software versions prior to 8.0.0 are vulnerable to CWE-427, allowing the execution of arbitrary code through a malicious DLL file.
Understanding CVE-2019-6825
What is CVE-2019-6825?
A vulnerability in ProClima (all versions before 8.0.0) known as CWE-427 enables the execution of arbitrary code by a malicious DLL file with the same name as resident DLLs.
The Impact of CVE-2019-6825
This vulnerability affects all versions of ProClima before version 8.0.0, potentially leading to unauthorized code execution.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-6825
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in ProClima allows a malicious DLL file to execute arbitrary code by exploiting uncontrolled search path elements.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: ProClima all versions prior to 8.0.0
- Vendor: ProClima
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by a malicious DLL file with the same name as any resident DLLs within the software installation.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update ProClima to version 8.0.0 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Implement file integrity monitoring to detect unauthorized DLL files.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and apply security patches.
- Conduct security assessments to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security updates and patches provided by the vendor.