Status: UPDATED
| Advisory ID: CVE-2026-16675
Key Details
| CVE | CVE-2026-16675 |
| CVSS Score / Version | 8.5 (High) / CVSS v4.0 |
| Updated | 2026-09-01 |
| Affected products | Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk® Activation Manager |
| Classified as | CWE-307 (Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts) |
Affected Products, Subsystems & Sectors
| Subsystems | General OT |
| Sectors | Multiple |
What to Know
A privilege escalation security issue exists within FactoryTalk® Activation Manager. The security issue stems from custom actions in the installer that spawn visible console windows running with SYSTEM privileges during installation or repair operations. An authenticated attacker with Windows credentials could hijack these console windows to obtain a SYSTEM-level command prompt, allowing full access to all files, processes, and system resources. (NVD)
What to Do
Monitor Rockwell Automation's web page for any future patch releases.
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