{"description":"Trending threats, MITRE ATT\u0026CK coverage, and detection metadata — refreshed continuously.","feed_url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/tags/ni-labview/","home_page_url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/","items":[{"_cs_actors":[],"_cs_cves":[{"cvss":7.8,"id":"CVE-2026-32862"}],"_cs_exploited":false,"_cs_products":[],"_cs_severities":["high"],"_cs_tags":["cve-2026-32862","ni-labview","memory-corruption","rce"],"_cs_type":"advisory","_cs_vendors":[],"content_html":"\u003cp\u003eA critical memory corruption vulnerability, identified as CVE-2026-32862, exists within NI LabVIEW\u0026rsquo;s ResFileFactory::InitResourceMgr() function. This out-of-bounds write vulnerability can be exploited to achieve both information disclosure and arbitrary code execution on affected systems. The attack vector involves enticing a user to open a specially crafted VI (Virtual Instrument) file within LabVIEW. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system. The scope of this vulnerability is limited to NI LabVIEW versions 2026 Q1 (26.1.0) and all prior versions. Defenders should prioritize applying the patch provided by National Instruments to mitigate the risk posed by this vulnerability.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"attack-chain\"\u003eAttack Chain\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttacker crafts a malicious LabVIEW VI file (.vi) containing a payload designed to trigger the out-of-bounds write in \u003ccode\u003eResFileFactory::InitResourceMgr()\u003c/code\u003e.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker delivers the malicious VI file to a target user, potentially through social engineering or other means.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe user opens the malicious VI file within a vulnerable version of NI LabVIEW (2026 Q1 (26.1.0) or prior).\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabVIEW attempts to parse the resource data within the VI file, leading to the execution of the \u003ccode\u003eResFileFactory::InitResourceMgr()\u003c/code\u003e function.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe crafted payload triggers the out-of-bounds write vulnerability in \u003ccode\u003eResFileFactory::InitResourceMgr()\u003c/code\u003e, corrupting memory.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepending on the payload, this memory corruption can lead to either information disclosure (reading sensitive data from memory) or arbitrary code execution.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the attacker achieves code execution, they can gain control of the LabVIEW process.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker can then leverage the compromised LabVIEW process to perform further actions, such as installing malware, exfiltrating data, or disrupting system operations.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"impact\"\u003eImpact\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessful exploitation of CVE-2026-32862 allows an attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution or information disclosure on systems running vulnerable versions of NI LabVIEW. The impact of this vulnerability is significant, as it can lead to complete system compromise, data theft, and disruption of critical processes controlled by LabVIEW. The vulnerability is especially concerning for organizations that rely on LabVIEW for critical infrastructure, manufacturing, and research applications.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"recommendation\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the security patch provided by National Instruments to address CVE-2026-32862 in NI LabVIEW versions 2026 Q1 (26.1.0) and prior.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeploy the Sigma rule \u003ccode\u003eDetect Suspicious LabVIEW File Opening\u003c/code\u003e to identify potential exploitation attempts by monitoring process creation events related to LabVIEW and VI file opening.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducate users on the risks of opening VI files from untrusted sources to prevent social engineering attacks.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnable process monitoring and logging (e.g., Sysmon) to capture detailed information about process execution and file access for forensic analysis.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n","date_modified":"2026-04-07T20:16:24Z","date_published":"2026-04-07T20:16:24Z","id":"/briefs/2026-04-ni-labview-rce/","summary":"A memory corruption vulnerability (CVE-2026-32862) in NI LabVIEW versions 2026 Q1 (26.1.0) and prior, stemming from an out-of-bounds write in ResFileFactory::InitResourceMgr(), can lead to information disclosure or arbitrary code execution if a user opens a malicious VI file.","title":"NI LabVIEW Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2026-32862)","url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/briefs/2026-04-ni-labview-rce/"}],"language":"en","title":"CraftedSignal Threat Feed — Ni-Labview","version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1.1"}