Category: CISA Alerts

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 8.7
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Rockwell Automation
Equipment: DataMosaix Private Cloud
Vulnerabilities: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor, Missing Authorization, Incorrect Authorization

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to view user data or create, modify, or delete their own project.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
Rockwell Automation reports that the following versions of DataMosaix Private Cloud are affected:

DataMosaix Private Cloud: Versions 7.07 and prior

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor CWE-200
A data exposure vulnerability exists in DataMosaix Private Cloud. There are hardcoded links in the source code that lead to JSON files that can be reached without authentication. If exploited, a threat actor could view user data.
CVE-2024-7952 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-7952. A base score of 8.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.2.2 Missing Authorization CWE-862
A vulnerability exists in DataMosaix Private Cloud that allows a threat actor to create a project and become the administrator for it. If exploited, a threat actor could create, modify, and delete their own project.
CVE-2024-7953 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-7953. A base score of 8.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.2.3 Incorrect Authorization CWE-863
A vulnerability exists in DataMosaix Private Cloud that allows a threat actor to gain access to user’s projects. To exploit this vulnerability the threat actor must have basic user privileges. If exploited, the threat actor can modify and delete the project.
CVE-2024-7956 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.1 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-7956. A base score of 7.6 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: United States

3.4 RESEARCHER
Rockwell Automation reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
Rockwell Automation has addressed this issue in version v7.09 and encourages users to update to the newest available version. Rockwell Automation encourages users of the affected software to apply risk mitigations, if possible.
Rockwell Automation encourages users who are not able to upgrade to one of the corrected versions to apply security best practices, where possible.   
For more information about this issue, please see the advisory on the Rockwell Automation security page.
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of these vulnerabilities, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as virtual private networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 8.7
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Rockwell Automation
Equipment: DataMosaix Private Cloud
Vulnerabilities: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor, Missing Authorization, Incorrect Authorization

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to view user data or create, modify, or delete their own project.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

Rockwell Automation reports that the following versions of DataMosaix Private Cloud are affected:

DataMosaix Private Cloud: Versions 7.07 and prior

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor CWE-200

A data exposure vulnerability exists in DataMosaix Private Cloud. There are hardcoded links in the source code that lead to JSON files that can be reached without authentication. If exploited, a threat actor could view user data.

CVE-2024-7952 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-7952. A base score of 8.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.2.2 Missing Authorization CWE-862

A vulnerability exists in DataMosaix Private Cloud that allows a threat actor to create a project and become the administrator for it. If exploited, a threat actor could create, modify, and delete their own project.

CVE-2024-7953 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-7953. A base score of 8.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.2.3 Incorrect Authorization CWE-863

A vulnerability exists in DataMosaix Private Cloud that allows a threat actor to gain access to user’s projects. To exploit this vulnerability the threat actor must have basic user privileges. If exploited, the threat actor can modify and delete the project.

CVE-2024-7956 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.1 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-7956. A base score of 7.6 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: United States

3.4 RESEARCHER

Rockwell Automation reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.

4. MITIGATIONS

Rockwell Automation has addressed this issue in version v7.09 and encourages users to update to the newest available version. Rockwell Automation encourages users of the affected software to apply risk mitigations, if possible.

Rockwell Automation encourages users who are not able to upgrade to one of the corrected versions to apply security best practices, where possible.   

For more information about this issue, please see the advisory on the Rockwell Automation security page.

CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of these vulnerabilities, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as virtual private networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 8.7
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Rockwell Automation
Equipment: Compact GuardLogix, CompactLogix, ControlLogix, GuardLogix, 1756-EN4TR
Vulnerability: Uncontrolled Resource Consumption

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service on the affected products.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following versions of Rockwell Automation Logix Controllers, are affected:

CompactLogix 5380: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
Compact GuardLogix 5380: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
CompactLogix 5480: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
ControlLogix 5580: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
GuardLogix 5580: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
1756-EN4TR: Version v3.002

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 UNCONTROLLED RESOURCE CONSUMPTION CWE-400
Due to a memory leak, a denial-of-service vulnerability exists in the affected products. A malicious actor could exploit this vulnerability by performing multiple actions on certain webpages of the product causing the affected products to become fully unavailable and require a power cycle to recover.
CVE-2024-8626 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.6 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-8626. A base score of 8.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: United States

3.4 RESEARCHER
Rockwell Automation reported this vulnerability to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
Rockwell Automation offers users the following solutions:

CompactLogix 5380: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
Compact GuardLogix 5380: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
CompactLogix 5480: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
ControlLogix 5580: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
GuardLogix 5580: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
1756-EN4TR: Update to version 4.001 and later

Users of the affected software who are not able to upgrade to one of the corrected versions are encouraged to apply security best practices, where possible.   

Security Best Practices

For more information about this issue, please see the advisory on the Rockwell Automation security page.
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 8.7
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Rockwell Automation
Equipment: Compact GuardLogix, CompactLogix, ControlLogix, GuardLogix, 1756-EN4TR
Vulnerability: Uncontrolled Resource Consumption

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service on the affected products.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

The following versions of Rockwell Automation Logix Controllers, are affected:

CompactLogix 5380: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
Compact GuardLogix 5380: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
CompactLogix 5480: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
ControlLogix 5580: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
GuardLogix 5580: All versions later than v33.011 up to v33.015
1756-EN4TR: Version v3.002

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 UNCONTROLLED RESOURCE CONSUMPTION CWE-400

Due to a memory leak, a denial-of-service vulnerability exists in the affected products. A malicious actor could exploit this vulnerability by performing multiple actions on certain webpages of the product causing the affected products to become fully unavailable and require a power cycle to recover.

CVE-2024-8626 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.6 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-8626. A base score of 8.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: United States

3.4 RESEARCHER

Rockwell Automation reported this vulnerability to CISA.

4. MITIGATIONS

Rockwell Automation offers users the following solutions:

CompactLogix 5380: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
Compact GuardLogix 5380: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
CompactLogix 5480: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
ControlLogix 5580: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
GuardLogix 5580: Update to v33.015 and later for versions 33. Update to v34.011 and later
1756-EN4TR: Update to version 4.001 and later

Users of the affected software who are not able to upgrade to one of the corrected versions are encouraged to apply security best practices, where possible.   

Security Best Practices

For more information about this issue, please see the advisory on the Rockwell Automation security page.

CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 8.4
ATTENTION: low attack complexity
Vendor: Delta Electronics
Equipment: CNCSoft-G2
Vulnerabilities: Stack-based Buffer Overflow, Out-of-bounds Write, Heap-Based Buffer Overflow, Out-of-bounds Read, Use of Uninitialized Variable

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to execute code remotely.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following versions of Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2, a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) software, are affected:

CNCSoft-G2: Version 2.1.0.10

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 Stack-based Buffer Overflow CWE-121
Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can manipulate an insider to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
CVE-2024-47962 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47962. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.2.2 Out-of-bounds Write CWE-787
Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can manipulate users to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
CVE-2024-47963 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47963. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.2.3 Heap-Based Buffer Overflow CWE-122
Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length heap-based buffer. An attacker can manipulate users to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
CVE-2024-47964 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47964. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.2.4 Out-of-bounds Read CWE-125
Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can manipulate users to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
CVE-2024-47965 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47965. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.2.5 Use of Uninitialized Variable CWE-457
Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can manipulate users to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
CVE-2024-47966 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47966. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Energy, Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Taiwan

3.4 RESEARCHER
Bobby Gould, Fritz Sands, and Natnael Samson working with Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
Delta Electronics recommends users update to CNCSoft-G2 v2.1.0.16 or later.
CISA recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks:

Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages.
Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams.
Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time. These vulnerabilities are not exploitable remotely.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 8.4
ATTENTION: low attack complexity
Vendor: Delta Electronics
Equipment: CNCSoft-G2
Vulnerabilities: Stack-based Buffer Overflow, Out-of-bounds Write, Heap-Based Buffer Overflow, Out-of-bounds Read, Use of Uninitialized Variable

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to execute code remotely.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

The following versions of Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2, a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) software, are affected:

CNCSoft-G2: Version 2.1.0.10

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 Stack-based Buffer Overflow CWE-121

Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can manipulate an insider to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

CVE-2024-47962 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47962. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.2.2 Out-of-bounds Write CWE-787

Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can manipulate users to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

CVE-2024-47963 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47963. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.2.3 Heap-Based Buffer Overflow CWE-122

Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length heap-based buffer. An attacker can manipulate users to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

CVE-2024-47964 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47964. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.2.4 Out-of-bounds Read CWE-125

Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can manipulate users to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

CVE-2024-47965 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47965. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.2.5 Use of Uninitialized Variable CWE-457

Delta Electronics CNCSoft-G2 lacks proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can manipulate users to visit a malicious page or file to leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

CVE-2024-47966 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47966. A base score of 8.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Energy, Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Taiwan

3.4 RESEARCHER

Bobby Gould, Fritz Sands, and Natnael Samson working with Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.

4. MITIGATIONS

Delta Electronics recommends users update to CNCSoft-G2 v2.1.0.16 or later.

CISA recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks:

Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages.
Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams.
Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time. These vulnerabilities are not exploitable remotely.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
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 ​As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 5.1
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: SIMATIC S7-1500 and S7-1200 CPUs
Vulnerability: Open Redirect

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to make the web server of affected devices redirect a legitimate user to an attacker-chosen URL.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
Siemens reports that the following SIMATIC S7-1500 and S7-1200 CPUs are affected:

SIMATIC Drive Controller CPU 1504D TF (6ES7615-4DF10-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC Drive Controller CPU 1507D TF (6ES7615-7DF10-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC ET 200SP Open Controller CPU 1515SP PC2 (incl. SIPLUS variants): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1211C AC/DC/Rly (6ES7211-1BE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1211C DC/DC/DC (6ES7211-1AE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1211C DC/DC/Rly (6ES7211-1HE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C AC/DC/Rly (6ES7212-1BE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC (6ES7212-1AE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/Rly (6ES7212-1HE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212FC DC/DC/DC (6ES7212-1AF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212FC DC/DC/Rly (6ES7212-1HF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C AC/DC/Rly (6ES7214-1BG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C DC/DC/DC (6ES7214-1AG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C DC/DC/Rly (6ES7214-1HG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214FC DC/DC/DC (6ES7214-1AF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214FC DC/DC/Rly (6ES7214-1HF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215C AC/DC/Rly (6ES7215-1BG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215C DC/DC/DC (6ES7215-1AG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215C DC/DC/Rly (6ES7215-1HG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215FC DC/DC/DC (6ES7215-1AF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215FC DC/DC/Rly (6ES7215-1HF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1217C DC/DC/DC (6ES7217-1AG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1510SP F-1 PN (6ES7510-1SJ01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1510SP F-1 PN (6ES7510-1SK03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1510SP-1 PN (6ES7510-1DJ01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1510SP-1 PN (6ES7510-1DK03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6ES7511-1AK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6ES7511-1AK02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6ES7511-1AL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511C-1 PN (6ES7511-1CK00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511C-1 PN (6ES7511-1CK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511C-1 PN (6ES7511-1CL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6ES7511-1FK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6ES7511-1FK02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6ES7511-1FL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511T-1 PN (6ES7511-1TK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511T-1 PN (6ES7511-1TL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511TF-1 PN (6ES7511-1UK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511TF-1 PN (6ES7511-1UL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512C-1 PN (6ES7512-1CK00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512C-1 PN (6ES7512-1CK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512C-1 PN (6ES7512-1CM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512SP F-1 PN (6ES7512-1SK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512SP F-1 PN (6ES7512-1SM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512SP-1 PN (6ES7512-1DK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512SP-1 PN (6ES7512-1DM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6ES7513-1AL01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6ES7513-1AL02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6ES7513-1AM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6ES7513-1FL01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6ES7513-1FL02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6ES7513-1FM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513pro F-2 PN (6ES7513-2GM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513pro-2 PN (6ES7513-2PM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1514SP F-2 PN (6ES7514-2SN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1514SP-2 PN (6ES7514-2DN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1514SPT F-2 PN (6ES7514-2WN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1514SPT-2 PN (6ES7514-2VN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN (6ES7515-2AM01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN (6ES7515-2AM02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN (6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6ES7515-2FM01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6ES7515-2FM02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6ES7515-2FN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515T-2 PN (6ES7515-2TM01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515T-2 PN (6ES7515-2TN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515TF-2 PN (6ES7515-2UM01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515TF-2 PN (6ES7515-2UN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3AN01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3AN02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3AP03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3FN01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3FN02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3FP03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516pro F-2 PN (6ES7516-2GP03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516pro-2 PN (6ES7516-2PP03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516T-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3TN00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516TF-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3UN00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3AP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517F-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3FP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517F-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3FP01-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517T-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3TP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517TF-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3UP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP (6ES7518-4AP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP MFP (6ES7518-4AX00-1AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP MFP (6ES7518-4AX00-1AC0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518F-4 PN/DP (6ES7518-4FP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518F-4 PN/DP MFP (6ES7518-4FX00-1AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518F-4 PN/DP MFP (6ES7518-4FX00-1AC0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518T-4 PN/DP (6ES7518-4TP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518TF-4 PN/DP (6ES7518-4UP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU S7-1518-4 PN/DP ODK (6ES7518-4AP00-3AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU S7-1518F-4 PN/DP ODK (6ES7518-4FP00-3AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 ET 200pro: CPU 1513PRO F-2 PN (6ES7513-2GL00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 ET 200pro: CPU 1513PRO-2 PN (6ES7513-2PL00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 ET 200pro: CPU 1516PRO F-2 PN (6ES7516-2GN00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 ET 200pro: CPU 1516PRO-2 PN (6ES7516-2PN00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1507S F V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1507S F V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1507S V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1507S V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S F V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S F V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S T V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S TF V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller Linux V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller Linux V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-PLCSIM Advanced: all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP F-1 PN (6AG1510-1SJ01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP F-1 PN RAIL (6AG2510-1SJ01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP-1 PN (6AG1510-1DJ01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP-1 PN (6AG1510-1DJ01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP-1 PN RAIL (6AG2510-1DJ01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP-1 PN RAIL (6AG2510-1DJ01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP F-1 PN (6AG1512-1SK01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP F-1 PN (6AG1512-1SK01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP F-1 PN RAIL (6AG2512-1SK01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP F-1 PN RAIL (6AG2512-1SK01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP-1 PN (6AG1512-1DK01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP-1 PN (6AG1512-1DK01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP-1 PN RAIL (6AG2512-1DK01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP-1 PN RAIL (6AG2512-1DK01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6AG1511-1AK01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6AG1511-1AK01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6AG1511-1AK02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6AG1511-1AK02-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN T1 RAIL (6AG2511-1AK01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN T1 RAIL (6AG2511-1AK02-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN TX RAIL (6AG2511-1AK01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN TX RAIL (6AG2511-1AK02-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6AG1511-1FK01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6AG1511-1FK02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6AG1513-1AL01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6AG1513-1AL01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6AG1513-1AL02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6AG1513-1AL02-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6AG1513-1FL01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6AG1513-1FL02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6AG1515-2FM01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6AG1515-2FM02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN RAIL (6AG2515-2FM02-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN T2 RAIL (6AG2515-2FM01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515R-2 PN TX RAIL (6AG2515-2RM00-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3AN01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3AN01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3AN02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3AN02-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP RAIL (6AG2516-3AN02-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP TX RAIL (6AG2516-3AN01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3FN01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3FN02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP RAIL (6AG2516-3FN02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP RAIL (6AG2516-3FN02-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP (6AG1518-4AP00-4AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP MFP (6AG1518-4AX00-4AC0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1518F-4 PN/DP (6AG1518-4FP00-4AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 URL REDIRECTION TO UNTRUSTED SITE (‘OPEN REDIRECT’) CWE-601
The web server of affected devices does not properly validate input that is used for a user redirection. This could allow an attacker to make the server redirect the legitimate user to an attacker-chosen URL. For a successful exploit, the legitimate user must actively click on an attacker-crafted link.
CVE-2024-46886 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of 4.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:L/A:N).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated forCVE-2024-46886. A base score of 5.1 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:N/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:L/SA:N).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER
David Henrique Estevam de Andrade reported this vulnerability to Siemens.
4. MITIGATIONS
Siemens has released new versions for several affected products and recommends users update to the latest versions. Siemens is preparing further fix versions and recommends specific countermeasures for products where fixes are not, or not yet available:

SIMATIC Drive Controller CPU: Update to V3.1.4 or later version

Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk:

All affected products: Do not click on links from unknown sources.

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.
Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage
For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-876787 in HTML and CSAF.
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as virtual private networks (VPNs). Recognize VPNs may have vulnerabilities, should be updated to the most recent version available, and are only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks:

Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages.
Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams.
Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 5.1
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: SIMATIC S7-1500 and S7-1200 CPUs
Vulnerability: Open Redirect

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to make the web server of affected devices redirect a legitimate user to an attacker-chosen URL.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

Siemens reports that the following SIMATIC S7-1500 and S7-1200 CPUs are affected:

SIMATIC Drive Controller CPU 1504D TF (6ES7615-4DF10-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC Drive Controller CPU 1507D TF (6ES7615-7DF10-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC ET 200SP Open Controller CPU 1515SP PC2 (incl. SIPLUS variants): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1211C AC/DC/Rly (6ES7211-1BE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1211C DC/DC/DC (6ES7211-1AE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1211C DC/DC/Rly (6ES7211-1HE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C AC/DC/Rly (6ES7212-1BE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/DC (6ES7212-1AE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212C DC/DC/Rly (6ES7212-1HE40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212FC DC/DC/DC (6ES7212-1AF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1212FC DC/DC/Rly (6ES7212-1HF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C AC/DC/Rly (6ES7214-1BG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C DC/DC/DC (6ES7214-1AG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214C DC/DC/Rly (6ES7214-1HG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214FC DC/DC/DC (6ES7214-1AF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1214FC DC/DC/Rly (6ES7214-1HF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215C AC/DC/Rly (6ES7215-1BG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215C DC/DC/DC (6ES7215-1AG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215C DC/DC/Rly (6ES7215-1HG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215FC DC/DC/DC (6ES7215-1AF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1215FC DC/DC/Rly (6ES7215-1HF40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU 1217C DC/DC/DC (6ES7217-1AG40-0XB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1510SP F-1 PN (6ES7510-1SJ01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1510SP F-1 PN (6ES7510-1SK03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1510SP-1 PN (6ES7510-1DJ01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1510SP-1 PN (6ES7510-1DK03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6ES7511-1AK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6ES7511-1AK02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6ES7511-1AL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511C-1 PN (6ES7511-1CK00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511C-1 PN (6ES7511-1CK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511C-1 PN (6ES7511-1CL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6ES7511-1FK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6ES7511-1FK02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6ES7511-1FL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511T-1 PN (6ES7511-1TK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511T-1 PN (6ES7511-1TL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511TF-1 PN (6ES7511-1UK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1511TF-1 PN (6ES7511-1UL03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512C-1 PN (6ES7512-1CK00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512C-1 PN (6ES7512-1CK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512C-1 PN (6ES7512-1CM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512SP F-1 PN (6ES7512-1SK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512SP F-1 PN (6ES7512-1SM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512SP-1 PN (6ES7512-1DK01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1512SP-1 PN (6ES7512-1DM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6ES7513-1AL01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6ES7513-1AL02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6ES7513-1AM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6ES7513-1FL01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6ES7513-1FL02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6ES7513-1FM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513pro F-2 PN (6ES7513-2GM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1513pro-2 PN (6ES7513-2PM03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1514SP F-2 PN (6ES7514-2SN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1514SP-2 PN (6ES7514-2DN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1514SPT F-2 PN (6ES7514-2WN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1514SPT-2 PN (6ES7514-2VN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN (6ES7515-2AM01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN (6ES7515-2AM02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515-2 PN (6ES7515-2AN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6ES7515-2FM01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6ES7515-2FM02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6ES7515-2FN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515T-2 PN (6ES7515-2TM01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515T-2 PN (6ES7515-2TN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515TF-2 PN (6ES7515-2UM01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1515TF-2 PN (6ES7515-2UN03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3AN01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3AN02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3AP03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3FN01-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3FN02-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3FP03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516pro F-2 PN (6ES7516-2GP03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516pro-2 PN (6ES7516-2PP03-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516T-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3TN00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1516TF-3 PN/DP (6ES7516-3UN00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3AP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517F-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3FP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517F-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3FP01-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517T-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3TP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1517TF-3 PN/DP (6ES7517-3UP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP (6ES7518-4AP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP MFP (6ES7518-4AX00-1AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP MFP (6ES7518-4AX00-1AC0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518F-4 PN/DP (6ES7518-4FP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518F-4 PN/DP MFP (6ES7518-4FX00-1AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518F-4 PN/DP MFP (6ES7518-4FX00-1AC0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518T-4 PN/DP (6ES7518-4TP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU 1518TF-4 PN/DP (6ES7518-4UP00-0AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU S7-1518-4 PN/DP ODK (6ES7518-4AP00-3AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 CPU S7-1518F-4 PN/DP ODK (6ES7518-4FP00-3AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 ET 200pro: CPU 1513PRO F-2 PN (6ES7513-2GL00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 ET 200pro: CPU 1513PRO-2 PN (6ES7513-2PL00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 ET 200pro: CPU 1516PRO F-2 PN (6ES7516-2GN00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 ET 200pro: CPU 1516PRO-2 PN (6ES7516-2PN00-0AB0): all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1507S F V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1507S F V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1507S V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1507S V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S F V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S F V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S T V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S TF V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller CPU 1508S V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller Linux V2: all versions
SIMATIC S7-1500 Software Controller Linux V3: all versions
SIMATIC S7-PLCSIM Advanced: all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP F-1 PN (6AG1510-1SJ01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP F-1 PN RAIL (6AG2510-1SJ01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP-1 PN (6AG1510-1DJ01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP-1 PN (6AG1510-1DJ01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP-1 PN RAIL (6AG2510-1DJ01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1510SP-1 PN RAIL (6AG2510-1DJ01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP F-1 PN (6AG1512-1SK01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP F-1 PN (6AG1512-1SK01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP F-1 PN RAIL (6AG2512-1SK01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP F-1 PN RAIL (6AG2512-1SK01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP-1 PN (6AG1512-1DK01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP-1 PN (6AG1512-1DK01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP-1 PN RAIL (6AG2512-1DK01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS ET 200SP CPU 1512SP-1 PN RAIL (6AG2512-1DK01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6AG1511-1AK01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6AG1511-1AK01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6AG1511-1AK02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN (6AG1511-1AK02-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN T1 RAIL (6AG2511-1AK01-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN T1 RAIL (6AG2511-1AK02-1AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN TX RAIL (6AG2511-1AK01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511-1 PN TX RAIL (6AG2511-1AK02-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6AG1511-1FK01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1511F-1 PN (6AG1511-1FK02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6AG1513-1AL01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6AG1513-1AL01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6AG1513-1AL02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513-1 PN (6AG1513-1AL02-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6AG1513-1FL01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1513F-1 PN (6AG1513-1FL02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6AG1515-2FM01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN (6AG1515-2FM02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN RAIL (6AG2515-2FM02-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515F-2 PN T2 RAIL (6AG2515-2FM01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1515R-2 PN TX RAIL (6AG2515-2RM00-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3AN01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3AN01-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3AN02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3AN02-7AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP RAIL (6AG2516-3AN02-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516-3 PN/DP TX RAIL (6AG2516-3AN01-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3FN01-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP (6AG1516-3FN02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP RAIL (6AG2516-3FN02-2AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1516F-3 PN/DP RAIL (6AG2516-3FN02-4AB0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP (6AG1518-4AP00-4AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP MFP (6AG1518-4AX00-4AC0): all versions
SIPLUS S7-1500 CPU 1518F-4 PN/DP (6AG1518-4FP00-4AB0): versions prior to V3.1.4

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 URL REDIRECTION TO UNTRUSTED SITE (‘OPEN REDIRECT’) CWE-601

The web server of affected devices does not properly validate input that is used for a user redirection. This could allow an attacker to make the server redirect the legitimate user to an attacker-chosen URL. For a successful exploit, the legitimate user must actively click on an attacker-crafted link.

CVE-2024-46886 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of 4.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:L/A:N).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated forCVE-2024-46886. A base score of 5.1 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:N/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:L/SA:N).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER

David Henrique Estevam de Andrade reported this vulnerability to Siemens.

4. MITIGATIONS

Siemens has released new versions for several affected products and recommends users update to the latest versions. Siemens is preparing further fix versions and recommends specific countermeasures for products where fixes are not, or not yet available:

SIMATIC Drive Controller CPU: Update to V3.1.4 or later version

Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk:

All affected products: Do not click on links from unknown sources.

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.

Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage

For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-876787 in HTML and CSAF.

CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as virtual private networks (VPNs). Recognize VPNs may have vulnerabilities, should be updated to the most recent version available, and are only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks:

Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages.
Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams.
Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 8.7
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Rockwell Automation
Equipment: ControlLogix
Vulnerability: Improper Input Validation

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to send a specially crafted CIP message and cause a denial-of-service condition on the affected device.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following Rockwell Automation products are affected:

ControlLogix 5580: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
ControlLogix 5580 Process: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
GuardLogix 5580: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
CompactLogix 5380: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
Compact GuardLogix 5380 SIL 2: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
Compact GuardLogix 5380 SIL 3: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
CompactLogix 5480: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
FactoryTalk Logix Echo: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 Improper Input Validation CWE-20
A denial-of-service vulnerability exists in the affected products that will cause the device to result in a major nonrecoverable fault (MNRF) when it receives an invalid CIP request. To exploit this vulnerability, a malicious user must chain this exploit with CVE 2021-22681 and send a specially crafted CIP message to the device. If exploited, a threat actor could help prevent access to the legitimate user and end connections to connected devices including the workstation. To recover the controllers, a download is required which ends any process that the controller is running.
CVE-2024-6207 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-6207. A base score of 8.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: United States

3.4 RESEARCHER
Trevor Flynn reported this vulnerability to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
Rockwell Automations recommends users update to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, or V36.011.
Additionally, Rockwell automation encourages users to apply security best practices to minimize the risk of vulnerability.

Security Best Practices

For more information about this issue, please see the advisory on the Rockwell Automation security page.
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks:

Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages.
Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams.
Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

View CSAF

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 8.7
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Rockwell Automation
Equipment: ControlLogix
Vulnerability: Improper Input Validation

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to send a specially crafted CIP message and cause a denial-of-service condition on the affected device.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

The following Rockwell Automation products are affected:

ControlLogix 5580: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
ControlLogix 5580 Process: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
GuardLogix 5580: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
CompactLogix 5380: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
Compact GuardLogix 5380 SIL 2: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
Compact GuardLogix 5380 SIL 3: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
CompactLogix 5480: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011
FactoryTalk Logix Echo: Versions prior to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, V36.011

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 Improper Input Validation CWE-20

A denial-of-service vulnerability exists in the affected products that will cause the device to result in a major nonrecoverable fault (MNRF) when it receives an invalid CIP request. To exploit this vulnerability, a malicious user must chain this exploit with CVE 2021-22681 and send a specially crafted CIP message to the device. If exploited, a threat actor could help prevent access to the legitimate user and end connections to connected devices including the workstation. To recover the controllers, a download is required which ends any process that the controller is running.

CVE-2024-6207 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-6207. A base score of 8.7 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: United States

3.4 RESEARCHER

Trevor Flynn reported this vulnerability to CISA.

4. MITIGATIONS

Rockwell Automations recommends users update to V33.017, V34.014, V35.013, or V36.011.

Additionally, Rockwell automation encourages users to apply security best practices to minimize the risk of vulnerability.

Security Best Practices

For more information about this issue, please see the advisory on the Rockwell Automation security page.

CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks:

Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages.
Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams.
Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
 Read More

 ​As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 7.3
ATTENTION: Low attack complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: Teamcenter Visualization and JT2Go
Vulnerabilities: Stack-based Buffer Overflow, NULL Pointer Dereference

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to crash the application or perform arbitrary code execution.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following versions of Siemens Teamcenter Visualization and JT2Go are affected:

JT2Go: All versions prior to V2406.0003
Teamcenter Visualization V14.2: All versions prior to V14.2.0.13
Teamcenter Visualization V14.3: All versions prior to V14.3.0.11
Teamcenter Visualization V2312: All versions prior to V2312.0008
Teamcenter Visualization V2406: All versions prior to V2406.0003

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 NULL POINTER DEREFERENCE CWE-476
The affected applications contain a null pointer dereference vulnerability while parsing specially crafted XML files. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to crash the application causing denial of service condition.
CVE-2024-37996 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 3.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-37996. A base score of 4.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:N/VI:N/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.2.2 STACK-BASED BUFFER OVERFLOW CWE-121
The affected applications contain a stack-based overflow vulnerability while parsing specially crafted XML files. This could allow an attacker to execute code in the context of the current process.
CVE-2024-37997 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-37997. A base score of 7.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER
Siemens reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk:

JT2Go: Update to V2406.0003 or later version
Teamcenter Visualization V14.2: Update to V14.2.0.13 or later version
Teamcenter Visualization V14.3: Update to V14.3.0.11 or later version
Teamcenter Visualization V2312: Update to V2312.0008 or later version
Teamcenter Visualization V2406: Update to V2406.0003 or later version

Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations that users can apply to reduce the risk:

CVE-2024-37996, CVE-2024-37997: Do not open untrusted XML files in affected applications

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.
Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage
For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-959281 in HTML and CSAF.
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of these vulnerabilities, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks:

Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages.
Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams.
Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time. These vulnerabilities are not exploitable remotely.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 7.3
ATTENTION: Low attack complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: Teamcenter Visualization and JT2Go
Vulnerabilities: Stack-based Buffer Overflow, NULL Pointer Dereference

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to crash the application or perform arbitrary code execution.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

The following versions of Siemens Teamcenter Visualization and JT2Go are affected:

JT2Go: All versions prior to V2406.0003
Teamcenter Visualization V14.2: All versions prior to V14.2.0.13
Teamcenter Visualization V14.3: All versions prior to V14.3.0.11
Teamcenter Visualization V2312: All versions prior to V2312.0008
Teamcenter Visualization V2406: All versions prior to V2406.0003

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 NULL POINTER DEREFERENCE CWE-476

The affected applications contain a null pointer dereference vulnerability while parsing specially crafted XML files. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to crash the application causing denial of service condition.

CVE-2024-37996 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 3.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-37996. A base score of 4.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:N/VI:N/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.2.2 STACK-BASED BUFFER OVERFLOW CWE-121

The affected applications contain a stack-based overflow vulnerability while parsing specially crafted XML files. This could allow an attacker to execute code in the context of the current process.

CVE-2024-37997 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-37997. A base score of 7.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER

Siemens reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.

4. MITIGATIONS

Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk:

JT2Go: Update to V2406.0003 or later version
Teamcenter Visualization V14.2: Update to V14.2.0.13 or later version
Teamcenter Visualization V14.3: Update to V14.3.0.11 or later version
Teamcenter Visualization V2312: Update to V2312.0008 or later version
Teamcenter Visualization V2406: Update to V2406.0003 or later version

Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations that users can apply to reduce the risk:

CVE-2024-37996, CVE-2024-37997: Do not open untrusted XML files in affected applications

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.

Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage

For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-959281 in HTML and CSAF.

CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of these vulnerabilities, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks:

Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages.
Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams.
Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time. These vulnerabilities are not exploitable remotely.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
 Read More

 ​As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 9.4
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: SINEC Security Monitor
Vulnerabilities: Argument Injection, Command Injection, Path Traversal, Permissive List of Allowed Inputs

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, execute privileged commands, or compromise the integrity of the configuration of the affected application.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following versions of Siemens SINEC Security Monitor, a modular cyber security software, are affected:

SINEC Security Monitor: All versions prior to V4.9.0

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 IMPROPER NEUTRALIZATION OF ARGUMENT DELIMITERS IN A COMMAND(‘ARGUMENT INJECTION’) CWE-88
The affected application does not properly validate user input to the ssmctl-client command. This could allow an authenticated, lowly privileged remote attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the underlying OS.
CVE-2024-47553 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.9 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47553. A base score of 9.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H).
3.2.2 IMPROPER NEUTRALIZATION OF SPECIAL ELEMENTS USED IN A COMMAND (‘COMMAND INJECTION’) CWE-77
The affected application does not properly neutralize special elements in user input to the ssmctl-client command. This could allow an authenticated, lowly privileged local attacker to execute privileged commands in the underlying OS.
CVE-2024-47562 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47562. A base score of 9.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H).
3.2.3 IMPROPER LIMITATION OF A PATHNAME TO A RESTRICTED DIRECTORY (‘PATH TRAVERSAL’) CWE-22
The affected application does not properly validate a file path that is supplied to an endpoint intended to create CSR files. This could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to create files in writable directories outside the intended location and thus compromise integrity of files in those writable directories.
CVE-2024-47563 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47563. A base score of 6.9 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.2.4 PERMISSIVE LIST OF ALLOWED INPUTS CWE-183
The affected application does not properly validate that user input complies with a list of allowed values. This could allow an authenticated remote attacker to compromise the integrity of the configuration of the affected application.
CVE-2024-47565 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47565. A base score of 5.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER
Siemens reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk:

SINEC Security Monitor: Update to V4.9.0 or later version

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.
Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage
For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-430425 in HTML and CSAF.
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of these vulnerabilities, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 9.4
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: SINEC Security Monitor
Vulnerabilities: Argument Injection, Command Injection, Path Traversal, Permissive List of Allowed Inputs

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, execute privileged commands, or compromise the integrity of the configuration of the affected application.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

The following versions of Siemens SINEC Security Monitor, a modular cyber security software, are affected:

SINEC Security Monitor: All versions prior to V4.9.0

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 IMPROPER NEUTRALIZATION OF ARGUMENT DELIMITERS IN A COMMAND(‘ARGUMENT INJECTION’) CWE-88

The affected application does not properly validate user input to the ssmctl-client command. This could allow an authenticated, lowly privileged remote attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the underlying OS.

CVE-2024-47553 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.9 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47553. A base score of 9.4 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H).

3.2.2 IMPROPER NEUTRALIZATION OF SPECIAL ELEMENTS USED IN A COMMAND (‘COMMAND INJECTION’) CWE-77

The affected application does not properly neutralize special elements in user input to the ssmctl-client command. This could allow an authenticated, lowly privileged local attacker to execute privileged commands in the underlying OS.

CVE-2024-47562 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47562. A base score of 9.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H).

3.2.3 IMPROPER LIMITATION OF A PATHNAME TO A RESTRICTED DIRECTORY (‘PATH TRAVERSAL’) CWE-22

The affected application does not properly validate a file path that is supplied to an endpoint intended to create CSR files. This could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to create files in writable directories outside the intended location and thus compromise integrity of files in those writable directories.

CVE-2024-47563 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47563. A base score of 6.9 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.2.4 PERMISSIVE LIST OF ALLOWED INPUTS CWE-183

The affected application does not properly validate that user input complies with a list of allowed values. This could allow an authenticated remote attacker to compromise the integrity of the configuration of the affected application.

CVE-2024-47565 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-47565. A base score of 5.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Critical Manufacturing
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER

Siemens reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.

4. MITIGATIONS

Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk:

SINEC Security Monitor: Update to V4.9.0 or later version

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.

Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage

For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-430425 in HTML and CSAF.

CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of these vulnerabilities, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
 Read More

 ​As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 9.3
ATTENTION: Low Attack Complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: PSS SINCAL
Vulnerabilities: Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition or kernel memory corruption on the affected device.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following Siemens products are affected if WibuKey dongles are used:

PSS SINCAL: All versions

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 IMPROPER RESTRICTION OF OPERATIONS WITHIN THE BOUNDS OF A MEMORY BUFFER CWE-119
An issue was discovered in WibuKey64.sys in WIBU-SYSTEMS WibuKey before v6.70 and fixed in v.6.70. An improper bounds check allows crafted packets to cause an arbitrary address write, resulting in kernel memory corruption.
CVE-2024-45181 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 has been assigned; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-45181. A base score of 9.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H).
3.2.2 IMPROPER RESTRICTION OF OPERATIONS WITHIN THE BOUNDS OF A MEMORY BUFFER CWE-119
An issue was discovered in WibuKey64.sys in WIBU-SYSTEMS WibuKey before v6.70 and fixed in v.6.70 An improper bounds check allows specially crafted packets to cause an arbitrary address read, resulting in denial of service.
CVE-2024-45182 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of 6.5 has been assigned; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-45182. A base score of 8.2 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:H).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Energy
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER
Siemens reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
WIBU Systems has released a new version for WibuKey for Windows. Siemens recommends users update WibuKey Runtime for Windows to V6.70 or later version (https://www.wibu.com/us/support/user/downloads-user-software.html) on affected Windows client installations, where WibuKey Dongles are used.
As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.
Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage
For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-368868 in HTML and CSAF.
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of these vulnerabilities. CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time. These vulnerabilities are not exploitable remotely.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 9.3
ATTENTION: Low Attack Complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: PSS SINCAL
Vulnerabilities: Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition or kernel memory corruption on the affected device.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

The following Siemens products are affected if WibuKey dongles are used:

PSS SINCAL: All versions

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 IMPROPER RESTRICTION OF OPERATIONS WITHIN THE BOUNDS OF A MEMORY BUFFER CWE-119

An issue was discovered in WibuKey64.sys in WIBU-SYSTEMS WibuKey before v6.70 and fixed in v.6.70. An improper bounds check allows crafted packets to cause an arbitrary address write, resulting in kernel memory corruption.

CVE-2024-45181 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 has been assigned; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-45181. A base score of 9.3 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H).

3.2.2 IMPROPER RESTRICTION OF OPERATIONS WITHIN THE BOUNDS OF A MEMORY BUFFER CWE-119

An issue was discovered in WibuKey64.sys in WIBU-SYSTEMS WibuKey before v6.70 and fixed in v.6.70 An improper bounds check allows specially crafted packets to cause an arbitrary address read, resulting in denial of service.

CVE-2024-45182 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of 6.5 has been assigned; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2024-45182. A base score of 8.2 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:H).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Energy
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER

Siemens reported these vulnerabilities to CISA.

4. MITIGATIONS

WIBU Systems has released a new version for WibuKey for Windows. Siemens recommends users update WibuKey Runtime for Windows to V6.70 or later version (https://www.wibu.com/us/support/user/downloads-user-software.html) on affected Windows client installations, where WibuKey Dongles are used.

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.

Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage

For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-368868 in HTML and CSAF.

CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of these vulnerabilities. CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting these vulnerabilities has been reported to CISA at this time. These vulnerabilities are not exploitable remotely.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
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 ​As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 9.2
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: Sentron Powercenter 1000
Vulnerability: Improper Check for Unusual or Exceptional Conditions

2. RISK EVALUATION
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition on the affected device.
3. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following Siemens products are affected:

SENTRON Powercenter 1000 (7KN1110-0MC00): All versions

3.2 Vulnerability Overview
3.2.1 IMPROPER CHECK FOR UNUSUAL OR EXCEPTIONAL CONDITIONS CWE-754
Prior to v7.4.0, Ember ZNet is vulnerable to a denial-of-service attack through manipulation of the NWK sequence number. For SENTRON Powercenter 1000: The product is vulnerable through the manipulation of a component sequence number, other devices/networks are not affected, only the same powercenter/network is affected. The product is vulnerable through the manipulation of a component sequence number, otherdevices/networks are not affected, only the same powercenter/network is affected.
CVE-2023-6874 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of 8.6 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H).
A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2023-6874. A base score of 9.2 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:H).
3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Energy
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER
Siemens reported this vulnerability to CISA.
4. MITIGATIONS
Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk:

Mitigate through physical isolation

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.
Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage
For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-340240 in HTML and CSAF.
CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Recognize VPNs may have vulnerabilities, should be updated to the most recent version available, and are only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.
CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.
CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.
Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.
Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.
No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time.
5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication 

As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services | Services | Siemens Global). 

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

CVSS v4 9.2
ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity
Vendor: Siemens
Equipment: Sentron Powercenter 1000
Vulnerability: Improper Check for Unusual or Exceptional Conditions

2. RISK EVALUATION

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition on the affected device.

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS

3.1 AFFECTED PRODUCTS

The following Siemens products are affected:

SENTRON Powercenter 1000 (7KN1110-0MC00): All versions

3.2 Vulnerability Overview

3.2.1 IMPROPER CHECK FOR UNUSUAL OR EXCEPTIONAL CONDITIONS CWE-754

Prior to v7.4.0, Ember ZNet is vulnerable to a denial-of-service attack through manipulation of the NWK sequence number. For SENTRON Powercenter 1000: The product is vulnerable through the manipulation of a component sequence number, other devices/networks are not affected, only the same powercenter/network is affected. The product is vulnerable through the manipulation of a component sequence number, other
devices/networks are not affected, only the same powercenter/network is affected.

CVE-2023-6874 has been assigned to this vulnerability. A CVSS v3 base score of 8.6 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H).

A CVSS v4 score has also been calculated for CVE-2023-6874. A base score of 9.2 has been calculated; the CVSS vector string is (CVSS4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:H).

3.3 BACKGROUND

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTORS: Energy
COUNTRIES/AREAS DEPLOYED: Worldwide
COMPANY HEADQUARTERS LOCATION: Germany

3.4 RESEARCHER

Siemens reported this vulnerability to CISA.

4. MITIGATIONS

Siemens has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk:

Mitigate through physical isolation

As a general security measure, Siemens recommends protecting network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. To operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends configuring the environment according to Siemens’ operational guidelines for industrial security and following recommendations in the product manuals.

Additional information on industrial security by Siemens can be found on the Siemens industrial security webpage

For more information see the associated Siemens security advisory SSA-340240 in HTML and CSAF.

CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as:

Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet.
Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks.
When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Recognize VPNs may have vulnerabilities, should be updated to the most recent version available, and are only as secure as the connected devices.

CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures.

CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies.

CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets.

Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B–Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies.

Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents.

No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time.

5. UPDATE HISTORY

October 10, 2024: Initial Publication
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 ​CISA has observed cyber threat actors leveraging unencrypted persistent cookies managed by the F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) module to enumerate other non-internet facing devices on the network. F5 BIG-IP is a suite of hardware and software solutions designed to manage and secure network traffic. A malicious cyber actor could leverage the information gathered from unencrypted persistence cookies to infer or identify additional network resources and potentially exploit vulnerabilities found in other devices present on the network.   
CISA urges organizations to encrypt persistent cookies employed in F5 BIG-IP devices and review the following article for details on how to configure the BIG-IP LTM system to encrypt HTTP cookies. 

CISA has observed cyber threat actors leveraging unencrypted persistent cookies managed by the F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) module to enumerate other non-internet facing devices on the network. F5 BIG-IP is a suite of hardware and software solutions designed to manage and secure network traffic. A malicious cyber actor could leverage the information gathered from unencrypted persistence cookies to infer or identify additional network resources and potentially exploit vulnerabilities found in other devices present on the network.  
 

CISA urges organizations to encrypt persistent cookies employed in F5 BIG-IP devices and review the following article for details on how to configure the BIG-IP LTM system to encrypt HTTP cookies.

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