CVE-2020-14516
In Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Services Platform Versions 6.10.00 and 6.11.00, there is an issue with the implementation of the SHA-256 hashing algorithm with FactoryTalk Services Platform that...
Affects 1 product across 1 vendor.
Mapping is CWE-to-CAPEC per MITRE CAPEC 3.9.
The Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Services Platform versions 6.10.00 and 6.11.00 suffer from a critical vulnerability where the SHA-256 hashing algorithm is improperly implemented, leading to user passwords not being hashed correctly. This exposes the system to potential unauthorized access and data breaches.
BSID: BS-2021-GLOBAL-080601-C • Model: Qwen/Qwen2.5-72B-Instruct-AWQ • Confidence: HIGH
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| CVE ID | CVE-2020-14516 |
|---|---|
| BSID | BS-2021-GLOBAL-080601-C BreachSpider Global ID |
| CVSS Vector | CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H |
| Published | 2021-03-18 |
| Last Modified | 2024-11-21 |
| ICS Relevance | 65% |
| Weakness (CWE) | |
| Verticals | |
| Source | NVD |
In Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Services Platform Versions 6.10.00 and 6.11.00, there is an issue with the implementation of the SHA-256 hashing algorithm with FactoryTalk Services Platform that prevents the user password from being hashed properly.
Source: NIST NVD / MITRE CVE Database
This vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication, requiring no user interaction. An attacker can leverage this issue to gain unauthorized access to the FactoryTalk Services Platform, potentially leading to full control over the system and access to sensitive data.
Exploitation Likelihood: MEDIUM
| Vendor | Product | Fixed Version |
|---|---|---|
| Rockwell Automation | Factorytalk Services Platform | — |
No patch URL on record. Monitor vendor security advisories directly.
| CISA KEV | Not in KEV catalog |
|---|---|
| Public Exploit | Not confirmed |
| PoC Code | Not confirmed |
Implement strong password policies and enforce regular password changes. Use multi-factor authentication to add an additional layer of security.
No reliable network detection signature exists for this vulnerability class — apply the compensating controls above and the vendor patch. SAGE only publishes a network rule when a concrete on-the-wire signature can be grounded in the advisory.
This CVE violates CIP-007-R2 as it involves a critical security flaw in the authentication mechanism, which could allow unauthorized access to the control system.
This CVE maps to SR 7.6 because it involves a failure in the secure authentication process, which is essential for protecting against unauthorized access to industrial control systems.
Virtual patch generated by CITED Relevance SAGE. Validate in isolated environment before production deployment. Compensating control only - does not replace vendor patch.
SAGE Enrichment Record — provenance & audit hash
| Model | Qwen/Qwen2.5-72B-Instruct-AWQ |
|---|---|
| Confidence | HIGH |
| Enriched At | 2026-05-24 |
| SHA-512 Audit Hash | 3712722f056dab2a83d6d4bb0bd812cf677d2490e40242aaffcd5a887bff53875bdccb50cec0f9d47876e8cace0039dae42af59f1f69fb0aad3417ebf3f7a068 |
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