CVE-2024-56840
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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 affects the RUGGEDCOM ROX II family of devices (all versions before V2.17.0). Under certain conditions, the IPsec implementation may allow an attacker to inject code into the device. This could enable the attacker to execute arbitrary code with root user privileges.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code as the root user on the affected device. This could lead to full control over the device, potentially compromising its operation, data integrity, and availability.
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]