CVE-2024-56839
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Publication date: 2025-12-09

Last updated on: 2025-12-11

Assigner: Siemens AG

Description
A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM ROX II family (All versions < V2.17.0). Code injection can be achieved when the affected device is using VRF (Virtual Routing and Forwarding). An attacker could leverage this scenario to execute arbitrary code as root user.
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Published
2025-12-09
Last Modified
2025-12-11
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2026-06-16
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2025-12-09
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
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CVE-2024-56839
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siemens ruggedcom_rox_ii *
siemens ruggedcom_rox_ii_firmware to 2.17.0 (inc)
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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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability affects the RUGGEDCOM ROX II family of devices (all versions before V2.17.0) when using VRF (Virtual Routing and Forwarding). It allows an attacker to perform code injection, enabling them to execute arbitrary code with root user privileges on the affected device.

Impact Analysis

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.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update all affected Siemens RUGGEDCOM ROX II family devices to version V2.17.0 or later. Additionally, secure network access to these devices and follow Siemens' operational guidelines for industrial security. [1]

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