CVE-2024-0323

Description

The FTP server used on the B&R Automation Runtime supports unsecure encryption mechanisms, such as SSLv3, TLSv1.0 and TLS1.1. An network-based attacker can exploit the flaws to conduct man-in-the-middle attacks or to decrypt communications between the affected product clients.

CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-1240 CWE-1240

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
br-automation	automation_runtime	< i4.93

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.br-automation.com/fileadmin/SA23P004_FTP_uses_unsecure_encryption_mechanisms-f57c147c.pdf https://www.br-automation.com/fileadmin/SA23P004_FTP_uses_unsecure_encryption_mechanisms-f57c147c.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-0323? +

The FTP server used on the B&R Automation Runtime supports unsecure encryption mechanisms, such as SSLv3, TLSv1.0 and TLS1.1. An network-based attacker can exploit the flaws to conduct man-in-the-middle attacks or to decrypt communications between the affected product clients. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-0323? +

CVE-2024-0323 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-0323? +

CVE-2024-0323 affects products from br-automation, specifically: automation_runtime. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-0323? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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