MODBUS/TCP 'Clear Counters and Diagnostic Register' Function Code Detection (SCADA)

info Nessus Network Monitor Plugin ID 42

Description

The MODBUS/TCP client has sent a MODBUS server a Clear Counters and Diagnostic Register request. The Clear Counters and Diagnostic Register request, function code 8 (0x08) and subfunction code 10 (0x0A), will cause the target server to clear its counters and the diagnostic register. This function is typically implemented only in serial devices.

Plugin Details

Severity: Info

ID: 42

Family: SCADA