Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in RSLinx Classic by Rockwell Automation
CVE-2018-14827

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Rockwell Automation
Status
Rslinx Classic
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 September 2018

What is CVE-2018-14827?

A vulnerability in RSLinx Classic versions up to 4.00.01 allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to send specially crafted Ethernet/IP packets to Port 44818. This results in the application becoming unresponsive and crashing, requiring a manual restart to restore functionality. This vulnerability highlights the risks associated with unvalidated input in industrial control systems, emphasizing the need for stringent security measures.

Affected Version(s)

RSLinx Classic 4.00.01 and prior

References

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-263-02
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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