Security Vulnerability in FactoryTalk Linx Network Browser by Rockwell Automation
CVE-2025-7972

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Rockwell Automation
Status
Factorytalk® Linx
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 August 2025

What is CVE-2025-7972?

A vulnerability exists within the FactoryTalk Linx Network Browser that permits attackers to bypass crucial FTSP token validation. By altering the 'process.env.NODE_ENV' environment variable to 'development', an attacker can disable security measures, granting unauthorized access to create, update, and delete FactoryTalk Linx drivers. This flaw poses serious risks to the integrity and security of networked systems utilizing this software.

Affected Version(s)

FactoryTalk® Linx All prior to 6.50

References

https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/trust-center/sec...

CVSS V4

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-7972 : Security Vulnerability in FactoryTalk Linx Network Browser by Rockwell Automation