SICK Enterprise and Logistic Analytics Products Improper Authentication Attempt Management Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in SICK Enterprise Analytics and SICK Logistic Analytics products, allowing attackers to exploit improper management of authentication attempts. The applications fail to adequately limit multiple failed login attempts within a short period, creating opportunities for credential guessing attacks. This issue affects all versions of SICK Enterprise Analytics and all versions of SICK Logistic Analytics, except for specific versions of Baggage, Tire, and Package Analytics that have been updated. The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access by allowing attackers to guess user credentials more easily.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in successful credential guessing attacks, allowing unauthorized users to gain access to the application.

Remediation

Users are advised to ensure that only trusted entities have access to the device. Additionally, SICK recommends following general security practices to operate the products in a protected IT environment. Resources such as the 'SICK Operating Guidelines' and 'ICS-CERT recommended practices on Industrial Security' can assist in implementing these security measures.