CVE-2020-27265

Description

KEPServerEX: v6.0 to v6.9, ThingWorx Kepware Server: v6.8 and v6.9, ThingWorx Industrial Connectivity: All versions, OPC-Aggregator: All versions, Rockwell Automation KEPServer Enterprise, GE Digital Industrial Gateway Server: v7.68.804 and v7.66, Software Toolbox TOP Server: All 6.x versions are vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow. Opening a specifically crafted OPC UA message could allow an attacker to crash the server and remotely execute code.

Categories

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Third-Party Advisory cisa.gov
Affected: n/a PTC Kepware KEPServerEX; ThingWorx Industrial Connectivity; OPC-Aggregator; Rockwell Automation KEPServer Enterprise; GE Digital Industrial Gateway Server; Software Toolbox TOP Server
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References

Link Tags
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-352-02 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-27265?
CVE-2020-27265 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-27265?
To fix CVE-2020-27265, 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-2020-27265 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-27265 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-2020-27265?
CVE-2020-27265 affects n/a PTC Kepware KEPServerEX; ThingWorx Industrial Connectivity; OPC-Aggregator; Rockwell Automation KEPServer Enterprise; GE Digital Industrial Gateway Server; Software Toolbox TOP Server.
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