Description Preview
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-7852 affects multiple Schneider Electric Modicon products including Modicon M580, Modicon M340, Modicon Quantum, and Modicon Premium. This vulnerability is classified as CWE-248: Uncaught Exception, and it could be exploited by sending an invalid private command parameter to the controller over Modbus. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in a denial of service condition on the affected devices.
Overview
This CVE describes a vulnerability in Schneider Electric's Modicon products that could allow an attacker to cause a denial of service by sending an invalid private command parameter over Modbus. The affected products include Modicon M580, Modicon M340, Modicon Quantum, and Modicon Premium.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, Schneider Electric recommends applying the necessary security patches or updates provided by the vendor. It is important for users of the affected products to ensure that they are running the latest firmware versions to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, users should follow best practices for network security and restrict access to critical systems to authorized personnel only.
References
- Schneider Electric Security Advisory: SEVD-2019-134-11
- Talos Intelligence Vulnerability Report: TALOS-2019-0763
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing: Low
- UtilitiesUtilities: Low
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration: Low
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing: Low
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services: Low
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
- ConstructionConstruction: Low
- Educational ServicesEducational Services: Low
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance: Low
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance: Low
- InformationInformation: Low
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises: Low
- MiningMining: Low
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
- Retail TradeRetail Trade: Low
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade: Low
