CVE-2019-19878 : Security Advisory and Response

A security vulnerability has been found in B&R Industrial Automation APROL prior to R4.2 V7.08, allowing unauthorized access to historical data from AprolSqlServer.

Understanding CVE-2019-19878

This CVE identifies a specific security issue in B&R Industrial Automation APROL software.

What is CVE-2019-19878?

CVE-2019-19878 is a vulnerability that enables an attacker to bypass authentication and retrieve historical data from AprolSqlServer within B&R Industrial Automation APROL before version R4.2 V7.08.

The Impact of CVE-2019-19878

The exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive historical data, potentially compromising the confidentiality and integrity of the information stored within AprolSqlServer.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-19878

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows unauthorized individuals to bypass authentication mechanisms and access historical data from AprolSqlServer within B&R Industrial Automation APROL prior to R4.2 V7.08.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: B&R Industrial Automation APROL
Versions affected: Prior to R4.2 V7.08

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by circumventing authentication protocols, gaining access to historical data stored in AprolSqlServer.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-19878 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update B&R Industrial Automation APROL to version R4.2 V7.08 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit access to historical data within AprolSqlServer.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by B&R Industrial Automation.
Apply patches promptly to ensure the security of APROL systems.