Remote Access Vulnerability in SIMATIC CN 4100 by Siemens

CVE-2023-49251

What is CVE-2023-49251?

A vulnerability exists in the SIMATIC CN 4100 system that can be exploited during the 'intermediate installation' state. This flaw allows unauthorized attackers to inject their own login credentials into the device. As a result, an attacker can obtain root-level access remotely, enabling them to assume complete control of the system, potentially leading to unauthorized configurations, data breaches, and compromise of operational integrity even after the system is fully set up.

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