{"Vulnerability in Siemens PLCs and SCADA Systems Could Allow Arbitrary Code Execution"}

CVE-2024-52051

What is CVE-2024-52051?

A vulnerability exists in various Siemens products, including SIMATIC S7-PLCSIM and TIA Portal, due to improper sanitization of user-controllable input when processing user settings. This flaw could enable local attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the host operating system, leveraging the privileges of the user running the affected software. Organizations utilizing these products should prioritize updates and apply security measures to mitigate potential risks.

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