CVE-2021-27424

Summary

GE UR firmware versions prior to version 8.1x shares MODBUS memory map as part of the communications guide. GE was made aware a “Last-key pressed” MODBUS register can be used to gain unauthorized information.

Affected Software

VendorProductVersion RangeStatus
GEUR familyunspecified < 8.1xaffected

Weaknesses

  • CWE-200: CWE-200 Information Exposure

Workarounds

GE recommends protecting UR IED by using network defense-in-depth practices. This includes, but is not limited to, placing UR IED inside the control system network security perimeter, and having access controls, monitoring (such as an Intrusion Detection System), and other mitigating technologies in place.

GE recommends users refer to the UR Deployment guide for secure configuration of UR IED and system.

ADP Enrichment

CVE Program Container

Additional References

CISA ADP Vulnrichment

  • SSVC:
  • Exploitation: none
    • Automatable: yes
    • Technical Impact: partial

References