CVE-2020-12518
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.74%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12518 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. On Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control Devices versions before 2021.0 LTS an attacker can use the knowledge gained by reading the insufficiently protected sensitive information to plan further attacks.. EPSS estimates a 0.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
On Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control Devices versions before 2021.0 LTS an attacker can use the knowledge gained by reading the insufficiently protected sensitive information to plan further attacks.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenixcontact | Plcnext Firmware | < 2021.0 |
References
- https://cert.vde.com/en-us/advisories/vde-2020-049Third Party Advisory
- https://cert.vde.com/en-us/advisories/vde-2020-049Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12518?
On Phoenix Contact PLCnext Control Devices versions before 2021.0 LTS an attacker can use the knowledge gained by reading the insufficiently protected sensitive information to plan further attacks.
How severe is CVE-2020-12518?
CVE-2020-12518 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12518?
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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