SequenceManager Security Flaw: How to Avoid a Denial-of-Service Disaster

Rockwell Automation’s SequenceManager has an unquoted search path vulnerability. Exploitable remotely with low attack complexity, it could cause denial-of-service. Upgrade to version 2.0 or apply security best practices to mitigate risks.

Hot Take:

Looks like Rockwell Automation’s SequenceManager has hit a bit of a snag — or should we say, an unquoted search path? It’s like forgetting to lock the door to your secret lab and then wondering why your experiments keep disappearing.

Key Points:

  • Rockwell Automation’s SequenceManager has a critical vulnerability: CVE-2024-4609.
  • The vulnerability can be exploited remotely with low attack complexity.
  • Successful exploitation can lead to a denial-of-service condition, requiring a manual restart.
  • Rockwell Automation recommends upgrading to version 2.0 or higher to fix the issue.
  • CISA provides additional defensive measures to minimize risk exposure.

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