CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-9334

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

An issue exists in Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 devices, in versions 14.000 and prior, where user credentials are sent to the web server in clear text. This may allow an attacker to intercept these credentials if they can observe traffic between the web browser and the server.

Risk Assessment

The risk to the organization is the potential interception of user credentials by unauthorized individuals, which could lead to unauthorized access to control systems.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the devices to the latest software version that addresses the security of credential transmission. Additionally, consider implementing encryption for communication between the browser and the server.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

An issue was discovered in Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 controller 1763-L16AWA, Series A and B, Version 14.000 and prior versions; 1763-L16BBB, Series A and B, Version 14.000 and prior versions; 1763-L16BWA, Series A and B, Version 14.000 and prior versions; and 1763-L16DWD, Series A and B, Version 14.000 and prior versions. User credentials are sent to the web server in clear text, which may allow an attacker to discover the credentials if they are able to observe traffic between the web browser and the server.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS