Security readout for executives and security teams
Delta PMSoft 2.10 and earlier can crash or run attacker-controlled code if a user opens a malicious .ppm file. This is mainly a workstation and engineering-tool risk, not a remote service exposure. Delta recommended updating to PMSoft 2.11 or later. Exposure is limited to environments using Delta Electronics PMSoft v2.10 or prior, especially engineering workstations that open .ppm project files. Network exposure is not described in the provided sources. Prioritize remediation where PMSoft supports operational technology engineering workflows or receives project files from third parties. The risk is not broad internet exposure, but compromise of an engineering workstation could affect integrity and availability of automation-related work. Mitigation focus: Update PMSoft to v2.11 or the latest available version.; Inventory engineering workstations for PMSoft v2.10 or earlier.; Treat externally supplied .ppm files as unsafe until systems are updated..
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- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-116-01CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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