CVE-2020-12506CWE-306

WAGO: Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in WAGO 750-36X and WAGO 750-8XX Versions <= FW03

Critical · published September 30, 2020

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
1%
Percentile
73.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An attacker could hijack your WAGO 750-8XX settings with a perfectly crafted request, no authentication required! Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk up and change the menu items without needing a reservation. All they need is a clever way to ask for it, and suddenly the whole dining experience is at risk! With this vulnerability, an attacker can maliciously alter device configurations, leading to potential disruptions in industrial automation processes. Imagine unauthorized changes causing machinery to malfunction or malfunctioning equipment leading to safety hazards—absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk up and change the menu items without needing a reservation. All they need is a clever way to ask for it, and suddenly the whole dining experience is at risk! This improper authentication issue allows attackers to send crafted requests to WAGO 750-8XX series devices, bypassing any authentication checks. This means anyone can change device settings without permission if they're using FW03 or earlier versions.

What to do

With this vulnerability, an attacker can maliciously alter device configurations, leading to potential disruptions in industrial automation processes. Imagine unauthorized changes causing machinery to malfunction or malfunctioning equipment leading to safety hazards—absolutely devastating! Upgrade your firmware immediately to a secure version beyond FW03. Additionally, implement strict network access controls to limit exposure to these devices, and conduct a thorough review of your security protocols. Don't wait—act now! You've got this! Secure your devices and strengthen your defenses! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01452 · 73.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-306 · Missing Authentication for Critical Function
Published
2020-09-30T15:43Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 SEP 15:43Z
    WAGO: Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in WAGO 750-36X and WAGO 750-8XX Versions <= FW03
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