CVE-2013-2792:SEL-2241, SEL-3505, and SEL-3530 RTAC master devices by Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) are vulnerable to a denial of service attack via a crafted DNP3 TCP packet (CVE-2013-2792).

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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) SEL-2241, SEL-3505, and SEL-3530 RTAC master devices are susceptible to a denial of service (DoS) attack caused by an infinite loop triggered by a specially crafted DNP3 TCP packet. This vulnerability could be exploited by remote attackers to disrupt the normal operation of these devices, potentially leading to service interruptions or system unavailability.

Overview

This CVE (CVE-2013-2792) pertains to a vulnerability in SEL-2241, SEL-3505, and SEL-3530 RTAC master devices manufactured by Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL). The flaw allows remote attackers to launch a denial of service attack by sending a maliciously crafted DNP3 TCP packet, causing the affected devices to enter an infinite loop and cease normal operations.

Remediation

To mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability, it is recommended that users of SEL-2241, SEL-3505, and SEL-3530 RTAC master devices apply the necessary security patches provided by Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL). Additionally, network administrators should implement proper network segmentation and access controls to prevent unauthorized access to these devices from external sources.

References

  1. CVE Details: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2013-2792
  2. ICS-CERT Advisory: http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-13-219-01

Industry ExposureMost to least
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  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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