(Pwn2Own) Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE AddAgent Missing Authentication for Critical Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the AddAgent method. The issue results from a lack of authentication required to instantiate a COM object on the server. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM.
Additional Details
Rockwell Automation has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1126946
Disclosure Timeline
- 2020-01-30 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2020-06-22 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
Sharon Brizinov, Amir Preminger of Claroty Research
