#VU31810 Cleartext transmission of sensitive information in Triconex TriStation 1131


Published: 2020-07-24

Vulnerability identifier: #VU31810

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-7483

CWE-ID: CWE-319

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Triconex TriStation 1131
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Schneider Electric

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists within the "password" feature due to software uses insecure communication channel to transmit sensitive information. A remote attacker with ability to intercept network traffic can gain access to sensitive data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Triconex TriStation 1131: 4.12.0


External links
http://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/SESB-2020-105-01


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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