CVE-2014-0760CWE-287

Festo CECX-X-(C1/M1) Controller Improper Authentication

Critical · published April 25, 2014

CVSS v2.0
9.3
EPSS
3%
Percentile
88.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An undocumented access method via FTP in the Festo CECX-X-C1 Modular Master Controller could let attackers execute arbitrary code or crash your application with just a few sneaky commands! ⚡ Think of this vulnerability like a backstage door at a concert that nobody knows about — if someone manages to slip through, they could take over the stage and ruin the show! If exploited, an attacker could gain the upper hand, executing malicious code or triggering a denial of service that could bring your system to a grinding halt. This scenario could lead to significant operational disruptions and safety hazards. Absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a backstage door at a concert that nobody knows about — if someone manages to slip through, they could take over the stage and ruin the show! This vulnerability in the Festo controllers allows for arbitrary code execution or denial of service through an undocumented FTP access point, exposing your systems to potential attacks without prior authentication.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain the upper hand, executing malicious code or triggering a denial of service that could bring your system to a grinding halt. This scenario could lead to significant operational disruptions and safety hazards. Absolutely devastating! Immediate action is necessary: review your current implementation, disable FTP access if possible, and consult Festo for any patches or updates related to this vulnerability. Don't wait to secure your controllers! You've got this! Take these steps to shore up your defenses and keep your systems secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v2.0
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03345 · 88.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-287 · Improper Authentication
Published
2014-04-25T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 APR 01:00Z
    Festo CECX-X-(C1/M1) Controller Improper Authentication
    cvelistv5