High · published November 14, 2025
⚡ A crafty local attacker could turn an innocent-looking DOE file into a launchpad for chaos! 🚀 Think of this vulnerability like a sneaky delivery driver who manages to slip a dangerous package through security just by presenting a fake delivery slip. With the right manipulation, they could unleash a whirlwind of trouble inside your system! If exploited, this stack-based buffer overflow could allow the attacker to run arbitrary code on the affected Arena® installations—potentially gaining full control over your system! Imagine an unwanted guest taking charge of your event planning software, wreaking havoc with your operations. That's precisely why this is a serious issue!
Think of this vulnerability like a sneaky delivery driver who manages to slip a dangerous package through security just by presenting a fake delivery slip. With the right manipulation, they could unleash a whirlwind of trouble inside your system! CVE-2025-11918 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that arises during the parsing of DOE files in Rockwell Automation Arena®. Local attackers can exploit this flaw by opening a maliciously crafted DOE file, which leads to arbitrary code execution.
If exploited, this stack-based buffer overflow could allow the attacker to run arbitrary code on the affected Arena® installations—potentially gaining full control over your system! Imagine an unwanted guest taking charge of your event planning software, wreaking havoc with your operations. That's precisely why this is a serious issue! To protect your systems, ensure that you update Arena® to the latest version as soon as it becomes available. Additionally, educate your team about the risks of opening unverified DOE files and implement strict file validation checks. 🚨 You've got this! Stay ahead of the game and secure your Arena® installations. 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| rockwellautomation/arena | < 16.20.11 | 16.20.11 |