CVE-2009-0216: Critical severity GE Fanuc iFIX vulnerability

Published Feb 13, 2009
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Updated

GE Fanuc iFIX 5.0 and earlier relies on client-side authentication involving a weakly encrypted local password file, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and start privileged server login sessions by recovering a password or by using a modified program module.

Affected Software

10 affected components
GE Fanuc iFIX<=5.0
GE Fanuc iFIX=2.0
GE Fanuc iFIX=2.2
GE Fanuc iFIX=2.5
GE Fanuc iFIX=2.6
GE Fanuc iFIX=2.21
GE Fanuc iFIX=3.0
GE Fanuc iFIX=3.5
GE Fanuc iFIX=4.0
GE Fanuc iFIX=4.5

Event History

Feb 13, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0216?

CVE-2009-0216 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-0216?

To fix CVE-2009-0216, ensure that you update to the latest version of GE Fanuc iFIX that does not rely on weakly encrypted passwords.

3

What are the affected products for CVE-2009-0216?

CVE-2009-0216 affects GE Fanuc iFIX versions up to and including 5.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0216?

CVE-2009-0216 is a security vulnerability that involves weak client-side authentication mechanisms.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2009-0216?

CVE-2009-0216 can be exploited by remote attackers who can recover or bypass the authentication due to weak encryption.

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