No authentication is required when updating firmware or bootloader, making it easy for malicious files to be pushed to the device. Additionally, anyone with the same software can scan a network for N-Tron devices and push/pull firmware without authenticating by using SNMP/TFTP.
Red Lion controls recommends the following upgrades for the N-Tron 700 Series:
- Upgrade to firmware version 3.11.1 or greater
- Configure or disable the SNMP communities
- Disable access to the web GUI
The upgrade procedure document can be viewed here https://www.hms-networks.com/ .
The advisory issued by HMS Networks regarding these vulnerabilities can be viewed here https://www.hms-networks.com/cybersecurity .