CVE-2020-12005: Malicious File Upload

Published Jun 15, 2020
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Updated

FactoryTalk Linx versions 6.00, 6.10, and 6.11, RSLinx Classic v4.11.00 and prior,Connected Components Workbench: Version 12 and prior, ControlFLASH: Version 14 and later, ControlFLASH Plus: Version 1 and later, FactoryTalk Asset Centre: Version 9 and later, FactoryTalk Linx CommDTM: Version 1 and later, Studio 5000 Launcher: Version 31 and later Stud, 5000 Logix Designer software: Version 32 and prior is vulnerable. A vulnerability exists in the communication function that enables users to upload EDS files by FactoryTalk Linx. This may allow an attacker to upload a file with bad compression, consuming all the available CPU resources, leading to a denial-of-service condition.

Affected Software

4 affected components
rockwellautomation Factorytalk Linx=6.00
rockwellautomation Factorytalk Linx=6.10
rockwellautomation Factorytalk Linx=6.11
rockwellautomation Rslinx Classic<=4.11.00

Event History

Jun 15, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:22 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-12005?

The severity of CVE-2020-12005 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.

2

Which versions of FactoryTalk Linx are affected by CVE-2020-12005?

CVE-2020-12005 affects FactoryTalk Linx versions 6.00, 6.10, and 6.11.

3

Which version of RSLinx Classic is affected by CVE-2020-12005?

CVE-2020-12005 affects RSLinx Classic version 4.11.00 and prior.

4

What is the CWE ID of CVE-2020-12005?

The CWE ID of CVE-2020-12005 is 434.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-12005?

More information about CVE-2020-12005 can be found at the following link: [https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-163-02](https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-163-02)

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