Weak Encryption Vulnerability in FactoryTalk View SE DeskLock Tool
CVE-2020-14481

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Rockwell Automation
Status
Factorytalk View Se
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 February 2022

What is CVE-2020-14481?

The DeskLock tool in FactoryTalk View SE is susceptible to a vulnerability due to the use of a weak encryption algorithm. This flaw allows a local, authenticated attacker to potentially decipher sensitive user credentials, which may include Windows user and DeskLock passwords. In instances where the compromised account contains administrative privileges, attackers could exploit this vulnerability to gain comprehensive access to the affected operating system and certain components of FactoryTalk View SE, posing significant security risks.

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Affected Version(s)

FactoryTalk View SE <= 9.0

FactoryTalk View SE 10.0

References

https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-20-177-03
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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