CVE-2020-27274: High severity matrikon opc ua tunneller vulnerability

Published Jan 26, 2021
·
Updated

Some parsing functions in the affected product do not check the return value of malloc and the thread handling the message is forced to close, which may lead to a denial-of-service condition on the OPC UA Tunneller (versions prior to 6.3.0.8233).

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Honeywell Opc Ua Tunneller<6.3.0.8233
Matrikon, a subsidiary of Honeywell OPC UA Tunneller<6.3.0.8233
6.3.0.8233

Event History

Jan 26, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:03 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Aug 4, 2024
Data Sourced
via ICS·04:18 PM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-27274?

CVE-2020-27274 is a vulnerability in the parsing functions of the Honeywell OPC UA Tunneller that can lead to a denial-of-service condition.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-27274?

CVE-2020-27274 has a severity rating of 7.5, which is considered high.

3

How does CVE-2020-27274 affect the Honeywell OPC UA Tunneller?

CVE-2020-27274 affects versions prior to 6.3.0.8233 of the Honeywell OPC UA Tunneller.

4

How can the denial-of-service condition be triggered by CVE-2020-27274?

The denial-of-service condition can be triggered when parsing functions in the affected product do not check the return value of malloc, leading to the forced closure of the thread handling the message.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-27274?

Yes, the fix for CVE-2020-27274 is to update the Honeywell OPC UA Tunneller to version 6.3.0.8233 or later.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203