CVE-2021-33012: Input Validation

Published Jul 9, 2021
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Updated

Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100, all versions, allows a remote, unauthenticated attacker sending specially crafted commands to cause the PLC to fault when the controller is switched to RUN mode, which results in a denial-of-service condition. If successfully exploited, this vulnerability will cause the controller to fault whenever the controller is switched to RUN mode.

Affected Software

4 affected components
rockwellautomation Micrologix 1100 Firmware
rockwellautomation Micrologix 1100
All of the following
rockwellautomation Micrologix 1100 Firmware
rockwellautomation Micrologix 1100

Event History

Jul 9, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:03 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 3, 2024
Data Sourced
via ICS·11:46 PM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-33012.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-33012?

The severity of CVE-2021-33012 is high with a severity value of 8.6.

3

How does CVE-2021-33012 affect Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100?

CVE-2021-33012 allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to send specially crafted commands to cause a denial-of-service condition on the MicroLogix 1100 when it is switched to RUN mode.

4

How can CVE-2021-33012 be exploited?

CVE-2021-33012 can be exploited by sending specially crafted commands to the MicroLogix 1100 controller when it is in RUN mode.

5

Is Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100 firmware affected by CVE-2021-33012?

Yes, Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100 firmware is affected by CVE-2021-33012.

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