Schneider Electric’s HMI Security Snafu: How to Avoid Man-in-the-Middle Mayhem!
View CSAF: Schneider Electric’s Pro-face products are vulnerable to man-in-the-middle attacks due to improper message integrity enforcement. Users should implement VPNs and trusted network connections to reduce risk. Don’t let your HMI fall into the wrong hands—keep it secure, or face more than just a ‘pro-face’ palm moment!
Hot Take:
Schneider Electric’s got a new software bug that makes it easier for hackers to play ‘man-in-the-middle.’ It’s like a bad game of telephone where you didn’t even know you were playing! Time to break out the VPNs and passwords, folks, because your control system’s integrity is on the line. Just remember, the only thing ‘hotter’ than this vulnerability is the coffee you’re going to need to stay awake patching it up.
Key Points:
- Schneider Electric’s Pro-face GP-Pro EX and Remote HMI products have a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1.
- Exploits can lead to man-in-the-middle attacks, impacting information integrity and operation.
- The vulnerability affects all versions of the mentioned products.
- Schneider Electric is working on a fix and suggests mitigations in the meantime.
- Users are advised to apply cybersecurity best practices and consider VPNs for secure communication.
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