7.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-8474: ABB System 800xA Weak Registry Permissions

First published: Wed Apr 22 2020(Updated: )

Weak Registry permissions in ABB System 800xA Base allow low privileged users to read and modify registry settings related to control system functionality, allowing an authenticated attacker to cause system functions to stop or malfunction.

Credit: cybersecurity@ch.abb.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ABB 800xA<=6.0.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-8474?

    CVE-2020-8474 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated attackers to manipulate critical registry settings.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-8474?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-8474, ensure that registry permissions are appropriately restricted to prevent low privileged users from modifying control system settings.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2020-8474?

    CVE-2020-8474 affects users of the ABB 800xA Base system up to version 6.0.0, primarily in industrial control environments.

  • What can an attacker do with CVE-2020-8474?

    An attacker exploiting CVE-2020-8474 can potentially read and modify registry settings, leading to malfunction of critical control system functions.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2020-8474?

    As of now, users should refer to ABB for any available patches or updates addressing CVE-2020-8474.

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