CVE-2024-45368

AutomationDirect DirectLogic H2-DM1E Session Fixation

Published Sep 13, 2024 CVSS 4.0 · 8.7 High EPSS < 1% KEV · Not listed
Description
The H2-DM1E PLC's authentication protocol appears to utilize either a custom encoding scheme or a challenge-response protocol. However, there's an observed anomaly in the H2-DM1E PLC's protocol execution, namely its acceptance of multiple distinct packets as valid authentication responses. This behavior deviates from standard security practices where a single, specific response or encoding pattern is expected for successful authentication.

Remediation

Vendor Workaround

As part of their ongoing risk assessment, AutomationDirect has determined that the H2-DM1E, due to its age and inherent architectural limitations, can no longer be supported within the secure development lifecycle. To address these challenges, AutomationDirect recommends the following mitigation strategies based on a thorough risk assessment: * Upgrade to the BRX platform: Transitioning to the BRX platform is strongly advised, as it is designed to meet current security standards and is actively maintained within AutomationDirect's secure development lifecycle. * Network segmentation and air gapping: To mitigate risks associated with the H2-DM1E, AutomationDirect recommends implementing network segmentation and air gapping. This strategy will isolate the older technology from the broader network, reducing its exposure to external threats and minimizing the impact of any security vulnerabilities. * Deploy a StrideLinx secure VPN platform: AutomationDirect also recommends placing the system behind a StrideLinx VPN platform. These mitigation strategies provide a comprehensive approach to managing the risks associated with the H2-DM1E while preparing for future security needs. Please reach out to AutomationDirect https://www.automationdirect.com/adc/contactus/contactus  if you have any further questions or require additional details on these recommendations.

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Advisories

Source ID Title
EUVD EUVD EUVD-2024-41448 The H2-DM1E PLC's authentication protocol appears to utilize either a custom encoding scheme or a challenge-response protocol. However, there's an observed anomaly in the H2-DM1E PLC's protocol execution, namely its acceptance of multiple distinct packets as valid authentication responses. This behavior deviates from standard security practices where a single, specific response or encoding pattern is expected for successful authentication.
History
Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared Automationdirect
Automationdirect h2-dm1e Firmware
CPEs cpe:2.3:o:automationdirect:h2-dm1e_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Vendors & Products Automationdirect
Automationdirect h2-dm1e Firmware
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description The H2-DM1E PLC's authentication protocol appears to utilize either a custom encoding scheme or a challenge-response protocol. However, there's an observed anomaly in the H2-DM1E PLC's protocol execution, namely its acceptance of multiple distinct packets as valid authentication responses. This behavior deviates from standard security practices where a single, specific response or encoding pattern is expected for successful authentication.
Title AutomationDirect DirectLogic H2-DM1E Session Fixation
Weaknesses CWE-384
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 8.8, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

cvssV4_0

{'score': 8.7, 'vector': 'CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N'}

Weaknesses

Sources

Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
icscert
Published
Updated
Sep 13, 2024, 5:41 PM
Reserved
Sep 5, 2024, 4:57 PM
Status
Deferred
Published
Sep 13, 2024, 5:15 PM
Modified
Jun 17, 2026, 7:54 AM