#VU32953 Missing Authorization in Ignition 8 Gateway - CVE-2020-14520

Vulnerability identifier: #VU32953

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 6.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-14520

CWE-ID: CWE-862

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Ignition 8 Gateway
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Inductive Automation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to the missing authorization. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and gain access to privileged information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Ignition 8 Gateway: before 8.0.13

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External links
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-212-01

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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.