What is CVE-2020-16235?

CVE-2020-16235 is a vulnerability in Emerson OpenEnterprise up to version 3.3.5 that allows unauthorized access to field devices and external systems by obtaining credentials through inadequate encryption.

How does CVE-2020-16235 affect Emerson OpenEnterprise?

CVE-2020-16235 affects Emerson OpenEnterprise up to version 3.3.5 by allowing unauthorized access to field devices and external systems.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-16235?

CVE-2020-16235 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.

How can I fix CVE-2020-16235?

To fix CVE-2020-16235, it is recommended to update Emerson OpenEnterprise to a version beyond 3.3.5 that addresses the inadequate encryption vulnerability.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-16235?

More information about CVE-2020-16235 can be found in the advisory published by the US Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) at https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-20-238-02.

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CVE-2020-16235

medium

6.5

CWE

326

19/5/2022

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-16235: Emerson OpenEnterprise - Inadequate Encryption Strength

First published: Thu May 19 2022(Updated: )

Inadequate encryption may allow the credentials used by Emerson OpenEnterprise, up through version 3.3.5, to access field devices and external systems to be obtained.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Emerson OpenEnterprise SCADA Server	<=3.3.5
Emerson OpenEnterprise All versions through 3.3.5

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ICSA-20-238-02

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-16235?
CVE-2020-16235 is a vulnerability in Emerson OpenEnterprise up to version 3.3.5 that allows unauthorized access to field devices and external systems by obtaining credentials through inadequate encryption.
How does CVE-2020-16235 affect Emerson OpenEnterprise?
CVE-2020-16235 affects Emerson OpenEnterprise up to version 3.3.5 by allowing unauthorized access to field devices and external systems.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16235?
CVE-2020-16235 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.
How can I fix CVE-2020-16235?
To fix CVE-2020-16235, it is recommended to update Emerson OpenEnterprise to a version beyond 3.3.5 that addresses the inadequate encryption vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-16235?
More information about CVE-2020-16235 can be found in the advisory published by the US Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) at https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-20-238-02.

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