CVE-2020-12027: Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE
First published: Mon Jul 20 2020(Updated: )
All versions of FactoryTalk View SE disclose the hostnames and file paths for certain files within the system. A remote, authenticated attacker may be able to leverage this information for reconnaissance efforts. Rockwell Automation recommends enabling built in security features found within FactoryTalk View SE. Users should follow guidance found in knowledge base articles 109056 and 1126943 to set up IPSec and/or HTTPs.
Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Rockwellautomation Factorytalk View | ||
| Rockwell Automation CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Chemical, Commercial Facilities, Critical Manufacturing, Energy, Government Facilities, Water and Wastewater Systems | ||
| Rockwell Automation COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide | ||
| Rockwell Automation COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: United States |
Remedy
Rockwell Automation has released new versions of the affected products to mitigate the reported vulnerabilities. Affected users who are not able to apply the latest update are encouraged to seek additional mitigations or workarounds from the vendor’s published guidelines in their security advisory. Rockwell Automation recommends enabling built in security features found within FactoryTalk View SE. Users should follow guidance found in knowledge base articles 109056 and 1126943 to set up IPSec and/or HTTPs.
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160156/Rockwell-FactoryTalk-View-SE-SCADA-Unauthenticated-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1126944
- https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-170-05
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-20-170-05 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-12027.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-12027?
The severity of CVE-2020-12027 is medium with a severity value of 4.3.
What does CVE-2020-12027 affect?
CVE-2020-12027 affects all versions of FactoryTalk View SE.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-12027?
An authenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2020-12027 to disclose hostnames and file paths for certain files within the system.
What actions does Rockwell Automation recommend for CVE-2020-12027?
Rockwell Automation recommends enabling built-in security features found within FactoryTalk View SE to mitigate the vulnerability.
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