CVE-2024-56836
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Publication date: 2025-12-09
Last updated on: 2025-12-11
Assigner: Siemens AG
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| siemens | ruggedcom_rox_ii | * |
| siemens | ruggedcom_rox_ii_firmware | to 2.17.0 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-77 | The product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in the RUGGEDCOM ROX II family (all versions before V2.17.0). It allows an attacker to inject additional configuration parameters during the Dynamic DNS configuration process. Under certain conditions, this can be exploited to spawn a reverse shell, giving the attacker root access to the affected system.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability can allow an attacker to gain root access to the affected system remotely. This means the attacker could take full control of the device, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, disruption of services, or further attacks within the network.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, Siemens recommends updating affected RUGGEDCOM ROX II devices to version V2.17.0 or later. Additionally, securing network access and following Siemens' operational guidelines for industrial security are advised to prevent exploitation. [1]