CVE-2020-7498

Description

A CWE-798: Use of Hard-coded Credentials vulnerability exists in the Unity Loader and OS Loader Software (all versions). The fixed credentials are used to simplify file transfer. Today the use of fixed credentials is considered a vulnerability, which could cause unauthorized access to the file transfer service provided by the Modicon PLCs. This could result in various unintended results.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.49%
Vendor Advisory se.com
Affected: n/a Unity Loader and OS Loader Software (All versions)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/SEVD-2020-161-02 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7498?
CVE-2020-7498 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-7498?
To fix CVE-2020-7498, 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-2020-7498 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-7498 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-2020-7498?
CVE-2020-7498 affects n/a Unity Loader and OS Loader Software (All versions).
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