CVE-2020-12029: Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE

Published Jul 20, 2020

Updated

All versions of FactoryTalk View SE do not properly validate input of filenames within a project directory. A remote, unauthenticated attacker may be able to execute a crafted file on a remote endpoint that may result in remote code execution (RCE). Rockwell Automation recommends applying patch 1126289. Before installing this patch, the patch rollup dated 06 Apr 2020 or later MUST be applied. 1066644 – Patch Roll-up for CPR9 SRx.

Affected Software

4 affected components

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

Remediation

Information

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 applying patch 1126289. Before installing this patch, the patch rollup dated 06 Apr 2020 or later MUST be applied. 1066644 – Patch Roll-up for CPR9 SRx.

Event History

Jul 20, 2020

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:56 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:56 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

ICSA-20-170-05

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-12029?

CVE-2020-12029 is a vulnerability in all versions of FactoryTalk View SE where input validation of filenames within a project directory is not properly performed, allowing a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute a crafted file on a remote endpoint, potentially resulting in remote code execution (RCE).

How severe is CVE-2020-12029?

CVE-2020-12029 has a severity rating of 7.8 out of 10 (Critical).

Which software is affected by CVE-2020-12029?

All versions of FactoryTalk View SE are affected by CVE-2020-12029.

How can I fix CVE-2020-12029?

It is recommended to apply patch 1126 to address the vulnerability CVE-2020-12029 in FactoryTalk View SE.

Is there any additional information about CVE-2020-12029?

For more information about CVE-2020-12029, you can refer to the following resources: [Packet Storm Security](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160156/Rockwell-FactoryTalk-View-SE-SCADA-Unauthenticated-Remote-Code-Execution.html), [Rockwell Automation](https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1126944), [US-CERT](https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-170-05).