CVE-2021-38434
CVE-2021-38434 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fatek Winproladder with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-194.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (56th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-194
- Affected product: Fatek Winproladder
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
FATEK Automation WinProladder versions 3.30 and prior lacks proper validation of user-supplied data when parsing project files, which could result in an unexpected sign extension. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-38434?
- FATEK Automation WinProladder versions 3.30 and prior lacks proper validation of user-supplied data when parsing project files, which could result in an unexpected sign extension. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.
- How severe is CVE-2021-38434?
- CVE-2021-38434 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-38434 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-38434?
- CVE-2021-38434 affects Fatek Winproladder. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-38434?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2021-38434 published?
- CVE-2021-38434 was published on 2021-10-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:fatek:winproladder:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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