CVE-2026-109097
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ROS# Message Definition File Injection Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-11-10

Last updated on: 2026-11-10

Assigner: siemens-SADP

Description
A vulnerability has been identified in ROS# (All versions < V2.3.1). Affected systems do not properly escape text of message definition files. This could allow an attacker that is able to pass a crafted message definition file to the user to inject arbitrary code into the generated program.

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Published
2026-11-10
Last Modified
2026-11-10
Generated
2026-11-10
AI Q&A
2026-11-10
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-109097
EUVD
EUVD-2026-120888

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Vendor Product Version / Range
siemens ros to 2.3.1 (exc)

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CWE-94 The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a code injection flaw in ROS# (all versions before 2.3.1). It occurs because the system fails to properly escape text in message definition files. An attacker can exploit this by providing a specially crafted file, allowing them to inject arbitrary code into programs generated from these files.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check the installed version of ROS# on your system. If it is below version 2.3.1, the system is vulnerable. Use commands like 'pip show ros-sharp' or 'dotnet list package' to verify the installed version.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your system. This may lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or disruption of services, especially if ROS# is used in critical automation or robotics applications.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update ROS# to version 2.3.1 or later. Follow Siemens' general security recommendations for network access and secure IT environment configuration. Remove or restrict access to ROS# if not essential.

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