Number: AV20-153
Date: 20 May 2020
On 19 May 2020 Rockwell Automation released security updates to address a vulnerability in the Automation EDS Subsystem, version 28.0.1 and prior, within the following products:
• FactoryTalk Linx software (Previously called RSLinx Enterprise): Versions 6.00, 6.10, and 6.11
• RSLinx Classic: Version 4.11.00 and prior
• RSNetWorx software: Version 28.00.00 and prior
• Studio 5000 Logix Designer software: Version 32 and prior
A memory corruption vulnerability exists in the algorithm that matches square brackets in the EDS subsystem. This may allow an attacker to craft specialized EDS files to crash the EDSParser COM object, leading to denial-of-service conditions.
The Cyber Centre encourages users and administrators to review the provided web links, perform the suggested mitigations and apply the necessary manufacturer updates.
ICS Advisory (ICSA-20-140-01)
https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-140-01
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