CVE-2025-3288
Vulnerability: Local Code Execution in Rockwell Automation Arena®
Description: A local code execution vulnerability exists in Rockwell Automation Arena® due to improper validation of user-supplied data when processing DOE files. A threat actor can read outside of the allocated memory buffer, leading to information disclosure and arbitrary code execution.
Severity: High (CVSS v3 Score: 8.5)
Known Exploit: Exploitation requires a legitimate user to open a malicious DOE file crafted by the attacker.
Remediation / Mitigation Strategy:
Vendor Patching:
- Apply the official patch or update provided by Rockwell Automation as soon as it becomes available. Monitor Rockwell Automation’s security advisories for updates regarding CVE-2025-3288.
User Awareness Training:
- Educate users about the risks of opening untrusted or unexpected DOE files, especially from unknown or suspicious sources.
- Emphasize the importance of verifying the legitimacy of DOE files before opening them.
File Origin Verification:
- Implement procedures to verify the origin and integrity of DOE files before they are opened.
- Consider using digital signatures or other mechanisms to ensure that DOE files have not been tampered with.
Input Validation:
- Since the vulnerability is caused by improper validation of user-supplied data, investigate the possibility of implementing additional input validation measures on DOE files before they are fully processed. Note: This is generally not possible by end-users and is a suggestion for the vendor.
Restricted User Privileges:
- Minimize user privileges to the least necessary for their roles. This can limit the impact of successful code execution. Consider running Arena® with limited user accounts where possible.
Antivirus/Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR):
- Ensure that up-to-date antivirus or EDR solutions are deployed on systems running Arena®. These solutions can help detect and prevent the execution of malicious code.
Network Segmentation:
- Isolate systems running Arena® from other critical network segments to limit the potential spread of an attack.
Regular Security Audits:
- Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address other potential vulnerabilities in the system.
Assigner
- Rockwell Automation [email protected]
Date
- Published Date: 2025-04-08 15:30:32
- Updated Date: 2025-04-08 18:13:53