CVE-2020-12005

Description

FactoryTalk Linx versions 6.00, 6.10, and 6.11, RSLinx Classic v4.11.00 and prior,Connected Components Workbench: Version 12 and prior, ControlFLASH: Version 14 and later, ControlFLASH Plus: Version 1 and later, FactoryTalk Asset Centre: Version 9 and later, FactoryTalk Linx CommDTM: Version 1 and later, Studio 5000 Launcher: Version 31 and later Stud, 5000 Logix Designer software: Version 32 and prior is vulnerable. A vulnerability exists in the communication function that enables users to upload EDS files by FactoryTalk Linx. This may allow an attacker to upload a file with bad compression, consuming all the available CPU resources, leading to a denial-of-service condition.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Third-Party Advisory us-cert.gov
Affected: n/a FactoryTalk Linx, RSLinx Classic, Connected Components Workbench, ControlFLASH Plus, FactoryTalk Asset Centre, FactoryTalk Linx CommDTM, Studio 5000 Launcher, Studio 5000 Logix Designer software
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References

Link Tags
https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-163-02 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-12005?
CVE-2020-12005 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-12005?
To fix CVE-2020-12005, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-12005 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-12005 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-12005?
CVE-2020-12005 affects n/a FactoryTalk Linx, RSLinx Classic, Connected Components Workbench, ControlFLASH Plus, FactoryTalk Asset Centre, FactoryTalk Linx CommDTM, Studio 5000 Launcher, Studio 5000 Logix Designer software.
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