CVE-2020-12009 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2020-12009, a deserialization vulnerability affecting Mitsubishi Electric and ICONICS products, leading to denial-of-service conditions. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
A deserialization vulnerability in multiple products from Mitsubishi Electric and ICONICS could lead to a denial-of-service condition when a specially crafted communication packet is sent to the affected device.
Understanding CVE-2020-12009
This CVE affects various versions of MC Works64, MC Works32, GenBroker64, Platform Services, Workbench, FrameWorX Server, and GenBroker32.
What is CVE-2020-12009?
A deserialization vulnerability in Mitsubishi Electric and ICONICS products could be exploited by sending a specially crafted communication packet to trigger a denial-of-service condition.
The Impact of CVE-2020-12009
The vulnerability could allow an attacker to disrupt the normal operation of the affected devices, potentially leading to service interruptions or system unavailability.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-12009
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from a deserialization flaw in the affected products, allowing attackers to exploit this weakness through specially crafted packets.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Mitsubishi Electric MC Works64: Version 4.02C (10.95.208.31) and earlier, all versions
- Mitsubishi Electric MC Works32: Version 3.00A (9.50.255.02)
- ICONICS GenBroker64, Platform Services, Workbench, FrameWorX Server: v10.96 and prior
- ICONICS GenBroker32: v9.5 and prior
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by sending malicious communication packets to the affected devices, triggering the deserialization flaw and causing a denial-of-service condition.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-12009, follow these mitigation strategies:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Implement network segmentation to isolate vulnerable devices
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Apply vendor-supplied patches or updates promptly
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and firmware
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities
Patching and Updates
- Mitsubishi Electric and ICONICS may release patches or updates to address the deserialization vulnerability. Ensure to apply these patches as soon as they are available.