CVE-2025-3289

CVE-2025-3289 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rockwellautomation Arena 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-787.

Key facts

Description

A local code execution vulnerability exists in the Rockwell Automation Arena® due to a stack-based memory buffer overflow. The flaw is result of improper validation of user-supplied data. If exploited a threat actor can disclose information and execute arbitrary code on the system. To exploit the vulnerability a legitimate user must open a malicious DOE file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-3289?
A local code execution vulnerability exists in the Rockwell Automation Arena® due to a stack-based memory buffer overflow. The flaw is result of improper validation of user-supplied data. If exploited a threat actor can disclose information and execute arbitrary code on the system. To exploit the vulnerability a legitimate user must open a malicious DOE file.
How severe is CVE-2025-3289?
CVE-2025-3289 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-2025-3289 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (20th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-3289?
CVE-2025-3289 affects Rockwellautomation Arena. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-3289?
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.
Does CVE-2025-3289 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-3289 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-10272.
When was CVE-2025-3289 published?
CVE-2025-3289 was published on 2025-04-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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