CVE-2024-8603: High severity b&r automation automation net vulnerability

Published Jan 15, 2025
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Updated

A “Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm” vulnerability in the SSL/TLS component used in B&R Automation Runtime versions before 6.1 and B&R mapp View versions before 6.1 may be abused by unauthenticated network-based attackers to masquerade as services on impacted devices.

Affected Software

2 affected components
B&R Automation Runtime<6.1
B&R Automation mapp View<6.1

Event History

Jan 15, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:31 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8603?

CVE-2024-8603 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access and exploitation by unauthenticated network-based attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8603?

To fix CVE-2024-8603, update B&R Automation Runtime and B&R mapp View to versions 6.1 or later, which address the cryptographic algorithm vulnerabilities.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-8603?

CVE-2024-8603 affects B&R Automation Runtime versions prior to 6.1 and B&R mapp View versions prior to 6.1.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-8603?

CVE-2024-8603 allows attackers to masquerade as services, potentially leading to unauthorized access and manipulation of data.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2024-8603?

CVE-2024-8603 can be exploited by unauthenticated network-based attackers, posing a significant risk to affected systems.

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