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AUSCERT External Security Bulletin Redistribution
ESB-2019.2900
Advisory (ICSA-19-213-05) Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation Software
2 August 2019
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AusCERT Security Bulletin Summary
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Product: Rockwell Automation Arena
Publisher: ICS-CERT
Operating System: Windows
Impact/Access: Execute Arbitrary Code/Commands -- Remote with User Interaction
Denial of Service -- Remote with User Interaction
Access Confidential Data -- Remote with User Interaction
Resolution: Patch/Upgrade
CVE Names: CVE-2019-13511 CVE-2019-13510
Original Bulletin:
https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-19-213-05
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ICS Advisory (ICSA-19-213-05)
Rockwell Automation Arena Simulation Software
Original release date: August 01, 2019
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
o CVSS v3 8.6
o ATTENTION : Low skill level to exploit
o Vendor : Rockwell Automation
o Equipment : Arena Simulation Software
o Vulnerabilities : Use After Free, Information Exposure
2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to
cause a current Arena session to fault or enter a denial-of-service (DoS)
state, allowing the attacker to run arbitrary code.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following versions of Arena Simulation, an event simulation and automation
software platform, are affected:
o Arena Simulation Software for Manufacturing, Cat. 9502-Ax, Versions
16.00.00 and earlier
3.2 VULNERABILITY OVERVIEW
3.2.1 USE AFTER FREE CWE-416
A maliciously crafted Arena file opened by an unsuspecting user may result in
the application crashing or the execution of arbitrary code.
CVE-2019-13510 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of
8.6 has been assigned; the CVSS vector string is ( AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/
I:H/A:H ).
3.2.2 INFORMATION EXPOSURE CWE-200
A maliciously crafted Arena file opened by an unsuspecting user may result in
the limited exposure of information related to the targeted workstation.
CVE-2019-13511 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of
3.3 has been assigned; the CVSS vector string is ( AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/
I:N/A:N ).
3.3 BACKGROUND
o CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS : Critical Manufacturing
o COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED : Worldwide
o COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION : United States
3.4 RESEARCHER
kimiya of 9SG Security Team working with Trend Micro's Zero Day Initiative
reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
Rockwell Automation has released Version 16.00.01 of Arena Simulation Software
to address the reported vulnerabilities.
Rockwell Automation also recommends users:
o Do not open untrusted .doe files with Arena Simulation Software.
o Ensure all software is run as a User and not as an Administrator to
minimize the impact of malicious code on the infected system.
o Use trusted software, software patches, anti-virus/anti-malware programs,
and interact only with trusted websites and attachments
For more information please see the Rockwell Automation security advisory at
(login required):
http://www.rockwellautomation.com/knowledgebase
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of
exploitation of this vulnerability. Specifically, users should:
o Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems,
and ensure that they are not accessible from the Internet .
o Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls, and
isolate them from the business network.
o When remote access is required, use secure methods, such as Virtual Private
Networks (VPNs), recognizing that VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should
be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize that VPN
is only as secure as the connected devices.
CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk
assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices
on the ICS webpage on us-cert.gov . Several recommended practices are available
for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems
Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies .
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available
on the ICS webpage on us-cert.gov in the Technical Information Paper,
ICS-TIP-12-146-01B--Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation
Strategies .
Organizations observing any suspected malicious activity should follow their
established internal procedures and report their findings to CISA for tracking
and correlation against other incidents.
CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves
from social engineering attacks:
o Do not click web links or open unsolicited attachments in email messages.
o Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on
avoiding email scams.
o Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more
information on social engineering attacks.
No known public exploits specifically target these vulnerabilities. This
vulnerability is not exploitable remotely.
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