CVE-2020-12519: Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control Devices versions before 2021.0 LTS: An attacker can use this vulnerability i.e. to open a reverse shell with root privileges.
First published: Thu Dec 17 2020(Updated: )
On Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control Devices versions before 2021.0 LTS an attacker can use this vulnerability i.e. to open a reverse shell with root privileges.
Credit: info@cert.vde.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenixcontact Plcnext Firmware | <2021.0 | |
| Phoenixcontact Axc F 1152 | ||
| Phoenixcontact Axc F 2152 | ||
| Phoenixcontact Axc F 3152 | ||
| Phoenixcontact Rfc 4072s | ||
| Phoenixcontact Axc F 2152 Starterkit | ||
| Phoenixcontact Plcnext Technology Starterkit |
Remedy
Phoenix Contact recommends affected users to upgrade to the current Firmware 2021.0 LTS or higher which fixes these vulnerabilities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12519?
CVE-2020-12519 is a vulnerability found in Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control Devices versions before 2021.0 LTS that allows an attacker to open a reverse shell with root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-12519?
CVE-2020-12519 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is classified as critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-12519?
Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control Devices versions before 2021.0 LTS are affected by CVE-2020-12519.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-12519?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-12519 to open a reverse shell with root privileges.
Is there a fix for CVE-2020-12519?
Yes, upgrading to version 2021.0 LTS of Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control Devices will fix CVE-2020-12519.
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