7.8
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-6492: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Oct 28 2015(Updated: )

Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 devices before B FRN 15.000 and 1400 devices before B FRN 15.003 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and device crash) via a crafted HTTP request.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100 Firmware<=14.000
Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1400<=15.002

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-6492?

    CVE-2015-6492 has a severity level classified as critical due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-6492?

    To mitigate CVE-2015-6492, upgrade the affected Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 devices to firmware version B FRN 15.000 or later, and MicroLogix 1400 devices to version B FRN 15.003 or later.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-6492?

    CVE-2015-6492 affects Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 devices with firmware versions prior to B FRN 15.000 and MicroLogix 1400 devices with versions prior to B FRN 15.003.

  • What type of attack can CVE-2015-6492 facilitate?

    CVE-2015-6492 can facilitate a denial of service attack leading to memory corruption and potential device crashes.

  • Is CVE-2015-6492 exploitable remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2015-6492 is exploitable remotely through a crafted HTTP request.

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