CVE-2019-16353 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-16353, a vulnerability in Emerson GE Automation Proficy Machine Edition 8.0 that allows a remote device to trigger an access violation and application crash. Find out the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
Emerson GE Automation Proficy Machine Edition 8.0 allows a remote device to trigger an access violation and application crash, as demonstrated with an RX7i device.
Understanding CVE-2019-16353
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Emerson GE Automation Proficy Machine Edition 8.0 that can be exploited by a remote device to cause an access violation and crash the application.
What is CVE-2019-16353?
The vulnerability in Emerson GE Automation Proficy Machine Edition 8.0 can be exploited by a remote device to cause an access violation and crash the application. This has been demonstrated with the RX7i device.
The Impact of CVE-2019-16353
The vulnerability allows attackers to remotely crash the application, potentially leading to denial of service or other security breaches.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-16353
Vulnerability Description
Emerson GE Automation Proficy Machine Edition 8.0 is susceptible to a flaw that enables a remote device to send crafted traffic, resulting in an access violation and application crash.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Emerson GE Automation Proficy Machine Edition 8.0
- Vendor: Emerson
- Version: 8.0
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by sending specially crafted traffic from a remote device, such as an RX7i device, to trigger the access violation and application crash.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-supplied patches or updates promptly.
- Implement network segmentation to restrict access to vulnerable systems.
- Monitor network traffic for any signs of exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and systems.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
- Educate users and administrators about safe practices and security awareness.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that Emerson GE Automation Proficy Machine Edition 8.0 is updated with the latest patches and security fixes to mitigate the vulnerability.