MODBUS Client 'Clear Counters and Diagnostic Registers' Request (SCADA) (deprecated)

info Nessus Network Monitor Plugin ID 6259

Synopsis

The remote client is running the MODBUS protocol.

Description

The remote client is running the MODBUS protocol. This protocol is common on SCADA or process control networks. NNM has just observed a Modbus 'Clear Counters and Diagnostic Registers' request. This sort of request, if fulfilled, allows remote attacks to clear audit data which the server may use to track unauthorized traffic.

Plugin Details

Severity: Info

ID: 6259

Family: SCADA

Published: 1/6/2012

Updated: 1/16/2019