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CVE-2017-14022

7.5 · HIGH

An Improper Input Validation issue was discovered in Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Alarms and Events, Version 2.90 and earlier.

Published Dec 23, 2017CWE-20EPSS 4.22%

Overview

CVE-2017-14022 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 23, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

An Improper Input Validation issue was discovered in Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Alarms and Events, Version 2.90 and earlier. An unauthenticated attacker with remote access to a network with FactoryTalk Alarms and Events can send a specially crafted set of packets packet to Port 403/TCP (the history archiver service), causing the service to either stall or terminate.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-14022?

CVE-2017-14022 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 23, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2017-14022?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-14022?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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