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CVE-2019-6819

7.5 · HIGH

A CWE-754: Improper Check for Unusual or Exceptional Conditions vulnerability exists which could cause a possible Denial of Service when specific Modbus frames are sent to the controller in the pro…

Published May 22, 2019CWE-754EPSS 1.13%

Overview

CVE-2019-6819 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 22, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 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

A CWE-754: Improper Check for Unusual or Exceptional Conditions vulnerability exists which could cause a possible Denial of Service when specific Modbus frames are sent to the controller in the products: Modicon M340 - firmware versions prior to V3.01, Modicon M580 - firmware versions prior to V2.80, All firmware versions of Modicon Quantum and Modicon Premium.

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-2019-6819?

CVE-2019-6819 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 22, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-6819?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 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-2019-6819?

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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2019-6819?

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