[Control systems] Datalogic security advisory

Number: AV19-184
Date: 27 August 2019

On 27 August 2019 Datalogic released a security update to address a vulnerability affecting the AV7000 Linear Barcode Scanner (all versions prior to 4.6.0.0). Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote actor to bypass authentication and remotely execute arbitrary code.

The Cyber Centre encourages users and administrators to review the ICS Advisory (ICSA-19-239-02) and apply the necessary manufacturer updates:

https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-19-239-02

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