CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2021-27464: Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk AssetCentre SQL Injection

First published: Wed Mar 23 2022(Updated: )

The ArchiveService.rem service in Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk AssetCentre v10.00 and earlier exposes functions lacking proper authentication. This vulnerability may allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary SQL statements.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk AssetCentre
rockwellautomation FactoryTalk AssetCentre<=10.00

Remedy

Rockwell Automation encourages users of the affected versions of FactoryTalk AssetCentre to update to AssetCentre v11 (or above) to addresses these vulnerabilities. For more information about these vulnerabilities and mitigations please see Rockwell Automation’s publication KnowledgeBase ID: PN1559

Remedy

As an additional mitigation, Rockwell Automation encourages users who are unable to upgrade or are concerned about unauthorized client connections to use built in security features found within FactoryTalk AssetCentre. Users should follow guidance found in QA46277. IPsec would minimize exposure to unauthorized clients and has been tested in FactoryTalk AssetCentre v9-v11

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-27464?

    CVE-2021-27464 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL statements.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-27464?

    To fix CVE-2021-27464, users should upgrade to a patched version of Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk AssetCentre beyond v10.00.

  • What types of attacks can be performed exploiting CVE-2021-27464?

    Exploiting CVE-2021-27464 can lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, and potential data exfiltration through arbitrary SQL execution.

  • Which versions of FactoryTalk AssetCentre are affected by CVE-2021-27464?

    FactoryTalk AssetCentre versions v10.00 and earlier are affected by CVE-2021-27464.

  • Can CVE-2021-27464 be exploited from a local network?

    Yes, CVE-2021-27464 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to target the system from outside the local network.

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