CVE-2012-0221: Input Validation

Published Apr 2, 2012
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Updated

The FactoryTalk (FT) RNADiagReceiver service in Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk CPR9 through SR5 and RSLogix 5000 17 through 20 does not properly handle the return value from an unspecified function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (service outage) via a crafted packet.

Affected Software

6 affected components
rockwellautomation Factorytalk=cpr9
rockwellautomation Factorytalk=cpr9_sr5
rockwellautomation Rslogix 5000=17
rockwellautomation Rslogix 5000=18
rockwellautomation Rslogix 5000=19
rockwellautomation Rslogix 5000=20

Event History

Apr 2, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0221?

CVE-2012-0221 has a severity rating that indicates a denial of service vulnerability affecting specific versions of FactoryTalk and RSLogix 5000.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-0221?

To mitigate CVE-2012-0221, you should apply the latest security patches provided by Rockwell Automation for affected software versions.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2012-0221?

CVE-2012-0221 affects Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk CPR9 through SR5 and RSLogix 5000 versions 17 through 20.

4

What types of attacks can result from CVE-2012-0221?

CVE-2012-0221 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service, resulting in service outages.

5

Who can be impacted by CVE-2012-0221?

Organizations using the specified versions of Rockwell Automation's FactoryTalk and RSLogix 5000 software may be impacted by CVE-2012-0221.

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