Rockwell Automation Alert: EtherNet/IP Module Vulnerabilities Could Trigger Unplanned Downtime – Here’s How to Stay Protected!
View CSAF: Rockwell Automation’s 1715 EtherNet/IP module is feeling a little under the weather due to denial-of-service vulnerabilities. With a CVSS v4 score of 7.7, it’s almost like it’s calling in sick. But fear not, an upgrade to version 3.011 and a bit of cybersecurity hygiene should get it back on its feet!
Hot Take:
Looks like Rockwell Automation’s 1715 EtherNet/IP Comms Module is the latest gadget in the “Hacker’s Favorite Things” catalog. It’s like Oprah’s list, but with more cyber chaos and less holiday cheer. If your industrial web server decides to take a nap after one too many requests, just remember, even machines need a break from the chaos of the internet!
Key Points:
- The 1715 EtherNet/IP Comms Module has vulnerabilities that could lead to a web server crash.
- Two CVEs, CVE-2025-9177 and CVE-2025-9178, have been assigned with CVSS v4 scores of 7.7.
- Vulnerabilities are due to resource allocation issues and out-of-bounds write operations.
- Mitigation includes upgrading to versions 3.011 or later of the affected module.
- CISA offers defensive measures and best practices to prevent exploitation.
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