CVE-2026-16675
High
Description
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.
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.5
Exploit probability—
ProductFactoryTalk® Activation Manager
PublishedSep 1, 2026
First seenSep 1, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-307CWE-307
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk® Activation Manager | Version 5.02 and below | — |
Check your version
Choose the product and enter the version you run to see whether it falls in the affected range.
In the Intelligence 360 plan
Attack Surface Management
See the assets tied to your domains, the technologies they run and known vulnerabilities in one list.