A path traversal security issue exists within FactoryTalk View Machine Edition, allowing unauthenticated attackers on the same network as the device to delete any file within the panels operating system. Exploitation of this vulnerability is dependent on the knowledge of filenames to be deleted.
This vulnerability carries a CRITICAL severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.1, indicating it can be exploited remotely over the network with relatively low complexity without requiring user interaction and does not require pre-existing privileges . The vulnerability impacts integrity (unauthorized modifications), and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 1 product from rockwellautomation organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
Reported in 2025, this vulnerability emerged during an era marked by increased sophistication in supply chain attacks, cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) security challenges. Security practices during this period emphasized zero-trust architectures, container security, and API protection.
2025-10-14T13:15:39.643
2025-10-28T15:20:33.767
Analyzed
CVSSv3.1: 9.1 (CRITICAL)
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application | rockwellautomation | factorytalk_view | ≤ 15.0 | Yes |
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