CVE-2020-27251: Critical severity rockwell automation factorytalk linx vulnerability
A heap overflow vulnerability exists within FactoryTalk Linx Version 6.11 and prior. This vulnerability could allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to send malicious port ranges, which could result in remote code execution.
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What is CVE-2020-27251?
CVE-2020-27251 is a heap overflow vulnerability within FactoryTalk Linx Version 6.11 and prior.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-27251?
CVE-2020-27251 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
How does CVE-2020-27251 affect RockwellAutomation FactoryTalk Linx?
CVE-2020-27251 affects RockwellAutomation FactoryTalk Linx version 6.11 and prior.
How can a remote, unauthenticated attacker exploit CVE-2020-27251?
A remote, unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2020-27251 by sending malicious port ranges, potentially resulting in remote code execution.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-27251?
At the moment, no fix is available for CVE-2020-27251. It is recommended to follow the guidance provided by the vendor and apply any necessary mitigations.