CVE-2020-14480

Description

Due to usernames/passwords being stored in plaintext in Random Access Memory (RAM), a local, authenticated attacker could gain access to certain credentials, including Windows Logon credentials.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.01%
Third-Party Advisory cisa.gov
Affected: Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-20-177-03 us government resource third party advisory mitigation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-14480?
CVE-2020-14480 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-14480?
To fix CVE-2020-14480, 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-2020-14480 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-14480 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-2020-14480?
CVE-2020-14480 affects Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE.
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