CVE-2020-12038

Description

Products that use EDS Subsystem: Version 28.0.1 and prior (FactoryTalk Linx software (Previously called RSLinx Enterprise): Versions 6.00, 6.10, and 6.11, RSLinx Classic: Version 4.11.00 and prior, RSNetWorx software: Version 28.00.00 and prior, Studio 5000 Logix Designer software: Version 32 and prior) is vulnerable. A memory corruption vulnerability exists in the algorithm that matches square brackets in the EDS subsystem. This may allow an attacker to craft specialized EDS files to crash the EDSParser COM object, leading to denial-of-service conditions.

Categories

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Third-Party Advisory us-cert.gov
Affected: n/a EDS Subsystem, FactoryTalk Linx software (Previously called RSLinx Enterprise), RSLinx Classic, RSNetWorx software, Studio 5000 Logix Designer software
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References

Link Tags
https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-140-01 patch us government resource mitigation third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-12038?
CVE-2020-12038 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-12038?
To fix CVE-2020-12038, 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-2020-12038 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-12038 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-2020-12038?
CVE-2020-12038 affects n/a EDS Subsystem, FactoryTalk Linx software (Previously called RSLinx Enterprise), RSLinx Classic, RSNetWorx software, Studio 5000 Logix Designer software.
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