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CVE-2018-1285 is a critical vulnerability affecting Apache log4net, a logging library used in various enterprise applications. On WindowsForum.com, discussions focus on its impact on Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Historian, particularly when integrated with ThingWorx in industrial automation and IIoT environments. The vulnerability, an XML External Entity (XXE) issue, can allow remote code execution or data exposure. Threads cover technical details, risk assessment for ICS/SCADA systems, vendor patches, and mitigation strategies. Users share experiences securing Windows-based industrial servers and applying updates to prevent exploitation. The tag is relevant for IT and OT security professionals managing Windows infrastructure in manufacturing or critical infrastructure sectors.
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    Critical XXE Vulnerability in Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Historian & How to Protect Your ICS

    Rockwell Automation’s FactoryTalk Historian integration with ThingWorx stands as a cornerstone in the rapidly evolving landscape of industrial automation and digital transformation. When headlines broke regarding a critical vulnerability tied to its use of Apache log4net configuration files...
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