CVE-2021-27661: Facility Explorer

Published Jul 1, 2021
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Updated

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could give an authenticated Facility Explorer SNC Series Supervisory Controller (F4-SNC) user an unintended level of access to the controller’s file system, allowing them to access or modify system files by sending specifically crafted web messages to the F4-SNC.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Johnsoncontrols F4-snc Firmware=11
Johnsoncontrols F4-snc
Johnson Controls Facility Explorer SNC Series Supervisory Controller=11

Remediation

Information

Apply a patch to the Facility Explorer SNC Series Supervisory Controllers (F4-SNC).

Event History

Jul 1, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:41 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-27661?

CVE-2021-27661 is a vulnerability that allows an authenticated user of the Facility Explorer SNC Series Supervisory Controller (F4-SNC) to gain unauthorized access to the controller's file system.

2

How does CVE-2021-27661 impact Johnson Controls F4-SNC firmware version 11?

CVE-2021-27661 affects Johnson Controls F4-SNC firmware version 11, allowing an authenticated user to access or modify system files.

3

How severe is CVE-2021-27661?

CVE-2021-27661 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is classified as high severity.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-27661?

To fix CVE-2021-27661, users should apply the necessary patches or updates provided by Johnson Controls.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-27661?

More information about CVE-2021-27661 can be found on the official websites of US-CERT and Johnson Controls.

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