CVE-2020-12029 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

FactoryTalk View SE by Rockwell Automation has a critical vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute malicious files, potentially leading to remote code execution.

Understanding CVE-2020-12029

FactoryTalk View SE is susceptible to a remote code execution vulnerability due to improper validation of filenames within a project directory.

What is CVE-2020-12029?

All versions of FactoryTalk View SE are affected, enabling remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute crafted files on a remote endpoint, potentially resulting in remote code execution (RCE).

The Impact of CVE-2020-12029

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 9.0, indicating a critical severity level with high impacts on confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-12029

FactoryTalk View SE vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw arises from the improper input validation of filenames within a project directory, allowing attackers to execute malicious files remotely.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: FactoryTalk View SE
Vendor: Rockwell Automation
Versions: All versions

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Scope: Changed
Availability Impact: None
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2020-12029.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patch 1126289 provided by Rockwell Automation.
Ensure the patch rollup dated 06 Apr 2020 or later is applied before installing patch 1126289.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and apply security patches promptly.
Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure to potential threats.
Monitor and analyze network traffic for any suspicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Rockwell Automation has released new versions of affected products to address the vulnerability.
Users unable to apply the latest update should follow additional mitigations or workarounds provided by the vendor.