CVE-2020-9464: High severity Beckhoff Bk9000 Firmware vulnerability

Published Mar 12, 2020
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Updated

A Denial-of-Service vulnerability exists in BECKHOFF Ethernet TCP/IP Bus Coupler BK9000. After an attack has occurred, the device's functionality can be restored by rebooting.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Beckhoff Bk9000 Firmware
Beckhoff BK9000
All of the following
Beckhoff Bk9000 Firmware
Beckhoff BK9000

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Operational

    Restore BECKHOFF Ethernet TCP/IP Bus Coupler BK9000 functionality after an attack by rebooting the device.

Event History

Mar 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:28 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9464?

CVE-2020-9464 has been classified as a Denial-of-Service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-9464?

To mitigate CVE-2020-9464, reboot the device after an attack has occurred.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2020-9464?

CVE-2020-9464 affects the Beckhoff Ethernet TCP/IP Bus Coupler BK9000.

4

What happens if CVE-2020-9464 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2020-9464 can lead to a denial of service, disrupting the functionality of the affected device.

5

Is there a permanent solution for CVE-2020-9464?

Currently, the only known workaround for CVE-2020-9464 is to reboot the affected device.

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