CVE-2024-8300 in GENESIS64
Summary
by MITRE • 11/29/2024
Dead Code vulnerability in Mitsubishi Electric GENESIS64 Version 10.97.2, 10.97.2 CFR1, 10.97.2 CRF2 and 10.97.3, Mitsubishi Electric Iconics Digital Solutions GENESIS64 Version 10.97.2, 10.97.2 CFR1, 10.97.2 CRF2 and 10.97.3, Mitsubishi Electric ICONICS Suite Version 10.97.2, 10.97.2 CFR1, 10.97.2 CRF2 and 10.97.3, and Mitsubishi Electric Iconics Digital Solutions ICONICS Suite Version 10.97.2, 10.97.2 CFR1, 10.97.2 CRF2 and 10.97.3 allows a local authenticated attacker to execute a malicious code by tampering with a specially crafted DLL. This could lead to disclose, tamper with, destroy, or delete information in the affected products, or cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on the products.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/09/2026
This vulnerability represents a dead code issue within Mitsubishi Electric's GENESIS64 and ICONICS Suite software products, specifically affecting versions 10.97.2 through 10.97.3 across multiple configurations. The presence of dead code in industrial control systems creates significant security risks as these unused code segments may contain hidden functionality or improper access controls that can be exploited by malicious actors. The vulnerability classification aligns with CWE-459 which describes "Incomplete Cleanup" and CWE-546 which addresses "Suspicious Comments or Code," indicating that the affected software contains code paths that should have been removed but remain accessible to authenticated users. This dead code vulnerability exists in the context of industrial automation and control systems where software integrity is paramount for operational safety and security.
The technical flaw manifests through a local authenticated attack vector where an attacker with legitimate credentials can manipulate a specially crafted dynamic link library (DLL) file to execute arbitrary code within the target system. This exploitation method leverages the fact that the dead code paths within the software are not properly disabled or removed, allowing malicious DLL files to be loaded and executed with elevated privileges. The vulnerability specifically targets the software's dynamic loading mechanism, where legitimate DLL loading processes are compromised by malicious code injection. The attack requires local access and authentication, making it a privilege escalation vulnerability that can be particularly dangerous in industrial environments where authorized users may have elevated system privileges.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution to encompass comprehensive data integrity and availability concerns. An attacker could potentially disclose sensitive operational data, tamper with critical process controls, destroy system configurations, or delete essential files that maintain system functionality. The potential for denial of service conditions represents a significant threat to industrial operations where system uptime and reliability are critical for maintaining production processes. This vulnerability affects the core industrial automation platforms used in critical infrastructure applications, making the impact potentially severe for operational technology environments. The dead code paths could contain functionality that bypasses normal security controls or provides unintended access to system resources, creating multiple attack surfaces for potential exploitation.
Mitigation strategies should focus on immediate software patching and configuration hardening measures. Organizations should implement the latest firmware updates provided by Mitsubishi Electric to address this dead code vulnerability. System administrators should conduct comprehensive code review processes to identify and remove any remaining dead code paths within industrial control systems. Network segmentation and privilege least-privilege principles should be enforced to limit the potential impact of authenticated access. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of regular security assessments in industrial environments and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.001 for Command and Scripting Interpreter, as the dead code could enable command execution through malicious DLL manipulation. Additionally, this vulnerability highlights the need for robust software supply chain security practices and regular vulnerability assessments to identify and remediate dead code that may introduce unexpected security risks.