CVE-2020-12029Factorytalk View Vulnerability
All versions of FactoryTalk View SE do not properly validate input of filenames within a project directory.
Published Jul 20, 2020 · Updated Nov 21, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2020-12029 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.8 v3.1) affecting Factorytalk View (Rockwellautomation), FactoryTalk View SE.
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because public exploit code exists for a high-severity flaw.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
7.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
47%
Higher than 98.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Weaponized
ATLAS score
57/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Not listed
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Weaponized
Public exploit code
2
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
0
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
Description
All versions of FactoryTalk View SE do not properly validate input of filenames within a project directory. A remote, unauthenticated attacker may be able to execute a crafted file on a remote endpoint that may result in remote code execution (RCE). Rockwell Automation recommends applying patch 1126289. Before installing this patch, the patch rollup dated 06 Apr 2020 or later MUST be applied. 1066644 – Patch Roll-up for CPR9 SRx.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Factorytalk ViewRockwellautomation | See advisory | n/a |
| FactoryTalk View SE | >= all versions | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 20, 2020
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-20 Improper Input Validation
FAQ
Common Questions.
All versions of FactoryTalk View SE do not properly validate input of filenames within a project directory.
Affected: Factorytalk View (Rockwellautomation); FactoryTalk View SE versions >= all versions. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because public exploit code exists for a high-severity flaw.
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