CVE-2024-21915: Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk® Service Platform Elevated Privileges Vulnerability Through Web Service Functionality
First published: Fri Feb 16 2024(Updated: )
A privilege escalation vulnerability exists in Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk® Service Platform (FTSP). If exploited, a malicious user with basic user group privileges could potentially sign into the software and receive FTSP Administrator Group privileges. A threat actor could potentially read and modify sensitive data, delete data and render the FTSP system unavailable.
Credit: PSIRT@rockwellautomation.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Services Platform | <2.74 |
Remedy
* Update to v2.74 or later. * Customers using the affected software are encouraged to apply the risk mitigations, if possible. Additionally, we encourage customers to implement our suggested security best practices to minimize the risk of vulnerability. * Security Best Practices https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1085012/loc/en_US#__highlight
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-21915?
CVE-2024-21915 is a privilege escalation vulnerability rated as high severity.
How do I fix CVE-2024-21915?
To fix CVE-2024-21915, update the Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Services Platform to a version greater than 2.74.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-21915?
CVE-2024-21915 affects Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Services Platform versions up to 2.74.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2024-21915?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2024-21915 can escalate their privileges to that of an FTSP Administrator Group.
How can I determine if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-21915?
To determine if your system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-21915, verify if you are using a vulnerable version of Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Services Platform.
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