Signature Detail
Short Name |
SCADA:MODBUS:SLAVE-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 Slave Identification
This signature detects attempts to read the slave Identification of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). Attackers can use the information in the slave identification to plan future, more targeted attacks.
Extended Description
Remote attackers can exploit this functionality to gather sensitive information in preparation for other attacks.
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