Vulnerability identifier: #VU41128

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-14514

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
J2497
Other software / Other software solutions
Power Line Communications Bus
Other software / Other software solutions
PLC4TRUCKS
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: SAE International

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to the PLC bus traffic can be sniffed reliably via an active antenna up to 6 feet away. A remote attacker on the local network can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

J2497: All versions

Power Line Communications Bus: All versions

PLC4TRUCKS: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-219-01

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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 local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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