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CVE-2019-6831

8.6 · HIGH

A CWE-754: Improper Check for Unusual or Exceptional Conditions vulnerability exists in BMXNOR0200H Ethernet / Serial RTU module (all firmware versions), which could cause disconnection of active c…

Published Sep 17, 2019CWE-754EPSS 1.40%

Overview

CVE-2019-6831 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6, 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 in BMXNOR0200H Ethernet / Serial RTU module (all firmware versions), which could cause disconnection of active connections when an unusually high number of IEC 60870- 5-104 packets are received by the module on port 2404/TCP.

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-2019-6831?

CVE-2019-6831 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-6831?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.6, 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-2019-6831?

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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