CVE-2020-2078 : Security Advisory and Response

SICK Package Analytics software up to and including V04.1.1 stores passwords in plain text, potentially exposing sensitive information to attackers.

Understanding CVE-2020-2078

SICK Package Analytics software vulnerability allows unauthorized access to stored plaintext credentials, posing a risk of compromising system security.

What is CVE-2020-2078?

The CVE-2020-2078 vulnerability involves the cleartext storage of sensitive information in SICK Package Analytics software, enabling attackers to easily access stored passwords.

The Impact of CVE-2020-2078

The vulnerability in SICK Package Analytics software could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, compromising system security and potentially exposing personal data.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-2078

SICK Package Analytics software vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Passwords stored in plain text within the software configuration
Authorized attackers could access plaintext credentials
Risk of unauthorized access to the ftp service

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SICK Package Analytics
Versions affected: <=V04.1.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the plaintext storage of passwords to gain unauthorized access to systems

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-2078 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update SICK Package Analytics software to a secure version
Avoid storing sensitive information in plaintext

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement encryption for sensitive data storage
Regularly review and update security configurations

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and security updates provided by SICK AG for the software