Security readout for executives and security teams
FactoryTalk Activation can mishandle file paths containing spaces. On affected versions, a logged-in low-privilege local user may be able to cause a malicious program to run with higher privileges. This is mainly an endpoint and engineering workstation risk, not a remote internet exploit based on the supplied sources. Exposure is likely where Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Activation Service 4.00.02 or earlier remains installed, especially on engineering workstations, HMI/support systems, or licensing servers where local users can sign in. Treat this as high priority for operational technology environments because successful local misuse could grant elevated control on systems tied to industrial licensing or engineering functions. Patch during the next controlled maintenance window, sooner on shared or broadly accessible hosts. Mitigation focus: Upgrade FactoryTalk Activation to Version 4.01 or later.; Review Rockwell Automation advisory 939382 for current vendor guidance.; Limit local interactive access on affected engineering workstations and servers..
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- https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/939382CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-047-02CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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