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The tag 'development mode bypass' on WindowsForum.com covers a specific industrial control system vulnerability disclosed by CISA. The flaw, CVE-2025-7972, affects Rockwell Automation's FactoryTalk Linx versions prior to 6.50. By setting the Node.js environment variable NODE_ENV to "development", an attacker can bypass FTSP token validation and improperly access the system, potentially creating, updating, or deleting FTLinx drivers. The advisory urges administrators to upgrade to FactoryTalk Linx v6.50 to mitigate the risk. This tag is relevant for IT and OT security professionals managing Rockwell Automation environments.
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    CVE-2025-7972: Patch FactoryTalk Linx Node_ENV Bypass with v6.50

    A recently republished CISA advisory warns that Rockwell Automation’s FactoryTalk Linx contains a serious improper access control flaw that—when triggered by setting Node.js’ process.env.NODE_ENV to "development"—can disable FTSP token validation and allow an attacker to create, update, or...
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