Learn about CVE-2020-6976 affecting Delta Industrial Automation CNCSoft ScreenEditor v1.00.96 and earlier. Find out the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
Delta Industrial Automation CNCSoft ScreenEditor, v1.00.96 and prior, is susceptible to an out-of-bounds read overflow vulnerability that can be exploited by opening a specially crafted file.
Understanding CVE-2020-6976
Delta Industrial Automation CNCSoft ScreenEditor, v1.00.96 and prior, is affected by an out-of-bounds read overflow vulnerability due to insufficient input validation.
What is CVE-2020-6976?
This CVE refers to a security flaw in Delta Industrial Automation CNCSoft ScreenEditor versions 1.00.96 and earlier, allowing an out-of-bounds read overflow when processing malicious input files.
The Impact of CVE-2020-6976
The vulnerability could be exploited by a valid user opening a specially crafted file, potentially leading to unauthorized access or denial of service.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-6976
Delta Industrial Automation CNCSoft ScreenEditor, v1.00.96 and prior, is affected by an out-of-bounds read overflow vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from the lack of proper validation when processing input files, leading to an out-of-bounds read overflow.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by a valid user opening a specially crafted, malicious input file.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take:
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all software and systems are regularly updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.