CVE-2020-6111

CVE-2020-6111 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1100 B Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-189.

Key facts

Description

An exploitable denial-of-service vulnerability exists in the IPv4 functionality of Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 Programmable Logic Controller Systems Series B FRN 16.000, Series B FRN 15.002, Series B FRN 15.000, Series B FRN 14.000, Series B FRN 13.000, Series B FRN 12.000, Series B FRN 11.000 and Series B FRN 10.000. A specially crafted packet can cause a major error, resulting in a denial of service. An attacker can send a malicious packet to trigger this vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-6111?
An exploitable denial-of-service vulnerability exists in the IPv4 functionality of Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 Programmable Logic Controller Systems Series B FRN 16.000, Series B FRN 15.002, Series B FRN 15.000, Series B FRN 14.000, Series B FRN 13.000, Series B FRN 12.000, Series B FRN 11.000 and Series B FRN 10.000. A specially crafted packet can cause a major error, resulting in a denial of service. An attacker can send a malicious packet to trigger this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2020-6111?
CVE-2020-6111 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-6111 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-6111?
CVE-2020-6111 primarily affects Rockwellautomation Micrologix 1100 B Firmware. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6111?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-6111 published?
CVE-2020-6111 was published on 2020-12-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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Affected products (8)

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