CVE-2020-14480: High severity rockwell automation factorytalk view site edition vulnerability

Published Feb 24, 2022
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Updated

Due to usernames/passwords being stored in plaintext in Random Access Memory (RAM), a local, authenticated attacker could gain access to certain credentials, including Windows Logon credentials.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE Versions 9.0 and earlier
Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE Version 10.0
rockwellautomation Factorytalk View<=9.0
rockwellautomation Factorytalk View=10.0

Event History

Feb 24, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:27 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-14480?

CVE-2020-14480 is a vulnerability that allows a local, authenticated attacker to access certain credentials, including Windows Logon credentials, due to usernames/passwords being stored in plaintext in Random Access Memory (RAM).

2

How severe is CVE-2020-14480?

CVE-2020-14480 has a severity rating of medium, with a severity value of 5.5 out of 10.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2020-14480?

Rockwellautomation Factorytalk View versions 9.0 and 10.0 are affected by CVE-2020-14480.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-14480?

An attacker with local, authenticated access can exploit CVE-2020-14480 by gaining access to certain credentials stored in plaintext in the Random Access Memory (RAM).

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2020-14480?

To fix CVE-2020-14480, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches and updates provided by Rockwell Automation.

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