CVE-2020-12028

Name: CVE-2020-12028
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-07-20T16:15:12.163+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 51.02%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-12028 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In all versions of FactoryTalk View SEA remote, an authenticated attacker may be able to utilize certain handlers to interact with the data on the remote endpoint since those handlers do not enforce appropriate permissions. Rockwell Automation recommends enabling built in security features found within FactoryTalk View SE. EPSS estimates a 51.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In all versions of FactoryTalk View SEA remote, an authenticated attacker may be able to utilize certain handlers to interact with the data on the remote endpoint since those handlers do not enforce appropriate permissions. Rockwell Automation recommends enabling built in security features found within FactoryTalk View SE. Users should follow guidance found in knowledge base articles 109056 and 1126943 to set up IPSec and/or HTTPs.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability

51.02%

98.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Rockwellautomation	Factorytalk View	All versions

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160156/Rockwell-FactoryTalk-View-SE-SCADA-Unauthenticated-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1126944Vendor Advisory
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-170-05Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160156/Rockwell-FactoryTalk-View-SE-SCADA-Unauthenticated-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1126944Vendor Advisory
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-170-05Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Jul 20, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-12028?

How severe is CVE-2020-12028?

CVE-2020-12028 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 51.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-12028?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2020-12028?

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Source: NVD / NIST