CVE-2023-47583 Memory corruption in TELLUS Simulator

High 7.8 Published Updated

Attackers can execute arbitrary code or disclose information by tricking users into opening malicious X1 or V9 files in TELLUS Simulator.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2023-47583?

CVE-2023-47583 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD. and Hakko Electronics Co., Ltd. TELLUS Simulator, published on 15 Nov 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Multiple out-of-bounds read vulnerabilities exist in TELLUS Simulator V4.0.17.0 and earlier. If a user opens a specially crafted file (X1 or V9 file), information may be disclosed and/or arbitrary code may be executed.

Weakness: CWE-125

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-47583?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Fujielectric Tellus.

How do I fix CVE-2023-47583?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-47583 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2023-47583 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-47583 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-fmw7-ghmv-mchp.

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