Unencrypted Communication Vulnerability in Siemens SIMATIC HMI Products
CVE-2020-7592

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Siemens
Status
Simatic Hmi Basic Panels 1st Generation (incl. Siplus Variants)
Simatic Hmi Basic Panels 2nd Generation (incl. Siplus Variants)
Simatic Hmi Comfort Panels (incl. Siplus Variants)
Simatic Hmi Ktp700f Mobile Arctic
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 July 2020

What is CVE-2020-7592?

A communication vulnerability has been identified across several Siemens SIMATIC HMI products where unencrypted data transfers could allow attackers to capture sensitive information. This lapse in security can lead to unauthorized access to confidential data during interactions between the configuration software and the devices. It is crucial for users of affected models to implement security measures to safeguard against potential data breaches.

Affected Version(s)

SIMATIC HMI Basic Panels 1st Generation (incl. SIPLUS variants) All versions

SIMATIC HMI Basic Panels 2nd Generation (incl. SIPLUS variants) All versions

SIMATIC HMI Comfort Panels (incl. SIPLUS variants) All versions

References

https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-36433...
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https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-196-04
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2020-7592 : Unencrypted Communication Vulnerability in Siemens SIMATIC HMI Products