Signature Detail
Short Name |
SCADA:MODBUS:READ-ID |
|---|---|
Severity |
Low |
Recommended |
No |
Category |
SCADA |
Keywords |
scada modbus |
Release Date |
2005/02/16 |
Update Number |
1213 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
MODBUS: Read Device Identification
This signature detects attempts to read the identification of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). Attackers can use this identification information to plan future, more targeted attacks.
Extended Description
A vulnerability exists in the MODBUS server as it may return sensitive information about the device when receiving a request for the device Information record. Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gather information for further attacks.
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