CVE-2024-4609: factorytalk view Input Validation Flaw

Description

A vulnerability exists in the Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk® View SE Datalog function that could allow a threat actor to inject a malicious SQL statement if the SQL database has no authentication in place or if legitimate credentials were stolen. If exploited, the attack could result in information exposure, revealing sensitive information. Additionally, a threat actor could potentially modify and delete the data in a remote database. An attack would only affect the HMI design time, not runtime.

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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-20 Improper Input Validation

CWE-89 SQL Injection

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
rockwellautomation	factorytalk_view	< 11.0

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/support/advisory.SD1670.html https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/support/advisory.SD1670.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-4609? +

A vulnerability exists in the Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk® View SE Datalog function that could allow a threat actor to inject a malicious SQL statement if the SQL database has no authentication in place or if legitimate credentials were stolen. If exploited, the attack could result in information exposure, revealing sensitive information. Additionally, a threat actor could potentially modify and delete the data in a remote database. An attack would only affect the HMI design time, not runtime. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-4609? +

CVE-2024-4609 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-2024-4609? +

CVE-2024-4609 affects products from rockwellautomation, specifically: factorytalk_view. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-4609? +

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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