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CVE-2020-25180: Rockwell Automation ISaGRAF5 Runtime Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key

First published: Fri Mar 18 2022(Updated: )

Rockwell Automation ISaGRAF Runtime Versions 4.x and 5.x includes the functionality of setting a password that is required to execute privileged commands. The password value passed to ISaGRAF Runtime is the result of encryption performed with a fixed key value using the tiny encryption algorithm (TEA) on an entered or saved password. A remote, unauthenticated attacker could pass their own encrypted password to the ISaGRAF 5 Runtime, which may result in information disclosure on the device.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Rockwell Automation AADvance Controller
Rockwell Automation ISaGRAF Free Runtime in ISaGRAF6 Workbench
Rockwell Automation Micro800
Schneider Electric Easergy T300 Firmware<=2.7.1
Schneider Electric Easergy T300 Firmware
Schneider-electric Easergy C5<1.1.0
Schneider-electric Easergy C5
Schneider-electric Micom C264 Firmware<d6.1
Schneider-electric Micom C264 Firmware
Schneider-electric Pacis Gtw Firmware=5.1
Schneider-electric Pacis Gtw Firmware=5.2
Schneider-electric Pacis Gtw Firmware=6.1
Schneider-electric Pacis Gtw Firmware=6.3
Schneider-electric Pacis Gtw Firmware=6.3
Schneider-electric Pacis Gtw Firmware
Schneider-electric Saitel Dp<=11.06.21
Schneider-electric Saitel Dp Firmware
Schneider-electric Epas Gtw Firmware=6.4
Schneider-electric Epas Gtw Firmware=6.4
Schneider-electric Epas Gtw Firmware
Saitel DR<=11.06.12
Schneider-electric Saitel Dr Firmware
Schneider-electric SCD2200 Firmware<=10024
Schneider Electric CP-3
Schneider-electric Mc-31
Rockwell Automation AADvance Controller<=1.40
Isagraf<=6.6.8
Rockwell Automation Isagraf Runtime>=5.0<6.0
Rockwell Automation Micro810 Firmware
Rockwell Automation Micro810
Rockwell Automation Micro820 Firmware
Rockwell Automation Micro820
Rockwell Automation Micro830 Firmware
Rockwell Automation Micro830 Firmware
Rockwell Automation Micro850 Firmware
Rockwell Automation Micro850
Rockwell Automation Micro870 Firmware
Rockwell Automation Micro870
Xylem Multismart Firmware<3.2.0

Remedy

Rockwell Automation recommends users update to ISaGRAF Runtime 5 Version 5.72.00. End users are encouraged to restrict or block access on TCP 1131 and TCP 1132 from outside the industrial control system. Confirm the least-privilege user principle is followed and user/service account access to Runtime's folder location is granted with a minimum amount of rights needed. Rockwell Automation recommends users of affected versions evaluate the mitigations provided and apply the appropriate mitigations to deployed products. Users are encouraged to combine this guidance with the general security guidelines for a comprehensive defense-in-depth strategy. To reduce risk, Rockwell Automation recommends users: Employ proper network segmentation and security controls. Minimize network exposure for all control system devices. Locate control systems behind firewalls. Isolate control systems from other networks when possible. Refer to the Converged Plantwide Ethernet (CPwE) Design and Implementation Guide for best practices deploying network segmentation and broader defense-in-depth strategies. Consider using proper network infrastructure controls, such as firewalls, UTM devices, VPN, or other security appliances. Ensure the least-privilege user principle is followed, and user/service account access to Runtime’s folder location is granted with a minimum amount of rights, as needed. Please see publications from Rockwell Automation and Schneider Electric, Xylem, or contact GE for further information about how to mitigate these vulnerabilities in additional affected products.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-25180?

    CVE-2020-25180 is rated as high severity due to its potential impact on the security of the affected systems.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-25180?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-25180, it is recommended to upgrade to the latest firmware versions provided by Schneider Electric and Rockwell Automation.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-2020-25180?

    CVE-2020-25180 affects Rockwell Automation ISaGRAF Runtime versions 4.x and 5.x, along with various Schneider Electric firmware versions.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2020-25180 on affected systems?

    The impact of CVE-2020-25180 includes unauthorized execution of privileged commands due to a weak password encryption mechanism.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-25180?

    Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2020-25180 is to apply the available software updates and avoid the use of weak passwords.

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