Siemens WINCC Server Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Siemens WINCC Server in digital assets. It provides insights into the presence of the SCADA system for enhanced network visibility.
Short Info
Level
Critical
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
4 weeks
Scan only one
Domain, IPv4
Toolbox
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The Siemens WINCC Server is a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software widely used in industrial automation environments. It enables monitoring and controlling industrial processes, making it crucial for manufacturing, energy, and utility sectors. Siemens WINCC integrates with a range of devices, facilitating data collection, visualization, and reporting for effective operational management. Its robust capabilities make it a cornerstone of many critical infrastructure systems worldwide.
This scanner detects the presence of Siemens WINCC Server in network environments. By identifying the server, it provides valuable insights into the SCADA components operating within the infrastructure. The detection focuses on network responses indicative of WINCC services, ensuring accurate identification and improved visibility.
The technical detection is achieved by querying network services and analyzing the responses for specific indicators associated with Siemens WINCC Server. This includes checking NetBIOS names and suffixes that correspond to known WINCC configurations. The scanner uses protocols like UDP on port 137 and evaluates responses from other SCADA-related services.
If malicious actors exploit visibility into Siemens WINCC Server systems, it could lead to potential reconnaissance or unauthorized access to critical infrastructure. Detection is essential for security measures to ensure that the presence of such systems is known and properly secured.
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