CVE-2024-56838
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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-74 | The product constructs all or part of a command, data structure, or record using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify how it is parsed or interpreted 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 devices (all versions before V2.17.0) where the SCEP client used for secure certificate enrollment does not properly validate multiple fields. This flaw allows an attacker to exploit the device and execute arbitrary code with root user privileges.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could execute arbitrary code as the root user on the affected device, potentially leading to full control over the device, disruption of services, unauthorized access to sensitive data, and compromise of network security.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, update all affected Siemens RUGGEDCOM ROX II devices to version V2.17.0 or later. Additionally, secure network access to these devices and follow Siemens' operational guidelines for industrial security. [1]