CVE-2021-32982
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.63%
Last modified
CVE-2021-32982 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Automation Direct CLICK PLC CPU Modules: C0-1x CPUs with firmware prior to v3.00 passwords are sent as plaintext during unlocking and project transfers. An attacker who has network visibility can observe the password exchange.. EPSS estimates a 0.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Automation Direct CLICK PLC CPU Modules: C0-1x CPUs with firmware prior to v3.00 passwords are sent as plaintext during unlocking and project transfers. An attacker who has network visibility can observe the password exchange.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Automationdirect | C0-10dd1e-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-10dd2e-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-10dre-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-10are-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-11dd1e-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-11dd2e-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-11dre-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-11are-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dd1e-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dd2e-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dre-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12are-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dd1e-1-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dd2e-1-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dre-1-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12are-1-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dd1e-2-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dd2e-2-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12dre-2-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
| Automationdirect | C0-12are-2-D Firmware | < 3.00 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-166-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-166-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-32982?
Automation Direct CLICK PLC CPU Modules: C0-1x CPUs with firmware prior to v3.00 passwords are sent as plaintext during unlocking and project transfers. An attacker who has network visibility can observe the password exchange.
How severe is CVE-2021-32982?
CVE-2021-32982 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-32982?
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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