CVE-2020-12029

Name: CVE-2020-12029
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-07-20T15:15:11.477+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 44.98%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-12029 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. All versions of FactoryTalk View SE do not properly validate input of filenames within a project directory. A remote, unauthenticated attacker may be able to execute a crafted file on a remote endpoint that may result in remote code execution (RCE). EPSS estimates a 44.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

All versions of FactoryTalk View SE do not properly validate input of filenames within a project directory. A remote, unauthenticated attacker may be able to execute a crafted file on a remote endpoint that may result in remote code execution (RCE). Rockwell Automation recommends applying patch 1126289. Before installing this patch, the patch rollup dated 06 Apr 2020 or later MUST be applied. 1066644 – Patch Roll-up for CPR9 SRx.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

44.98%

98.6th 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-2020-12029?

How severe is CVE-2020-12029?

CVE-2020-12029 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 44.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-12029?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST