CVE-2020-8489: ABB System 800xA Inter process communication vulnerability - 800xA Information Management

Published Apr 29, 2020
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Updated

Insufficient protection of the inter-process communication functions in ABB System 800xA Information Management (all published versions) enables an attacker authenticated on the local system to inject data, affecting the runtime values to be stored in the archive, or making Information Management history services unavailable.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ABB 800xA Information Management

Event History

Apr 29, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:59 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-8489?

CVE-2020-8489 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on data integrity in ABB System 800xA.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-8489?

To fix CVE-2020-8489, apply the latest security patches provided by ABB for the 800xA Information Management system.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2020-8489?

All published versions of ABB System 800xA Information Management are affected by CVE-2020-8489.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2020-8489 facilitate?

CVE-2020-8489 can allow an authenticated local attacker to inject malicious data into the inter-process communication functions.

5

How does CVE-2020-8489 impact data management?

CVE-2020-8489 affects the integrity of runtime values stored in archives, potentially compromising historical data accuracy.

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