SNMP can be used to perform administrative actions such as retrieving configuration files, modifying user accounts or device settings, and initiating firmware or bootloader upgrades or downgrades—all without any authentication.
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 .