CVE-2018-11463: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 12, 2018
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Updated

A vulnerability has been identified in SINUMERIK 808D V4.7 (All versions), SINUMERIK 808D V4.8 (All versions), SINUMERIK 828D V4.7 (All versions < V4.7 SP6 HF1), SINUMERIK 840D sl V4.7 (All versions < V4.7 SP6 HF5), SINUMERIK 840D sl V4.8 (All versions < V4.8 SP3). A buffer overflow in the service command application could allow a local attacker to execute code with elevated privileges. The security vulnerability could be exploited by an attacker with local access to the affected systems. Successful exploitation requires user privileges but no user interaction. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to compromise confidentiality, integrity and availability of the system. At the time of advisory publication no public exploitation of this security vulnerability was known.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Siemens Sinumerik 808d V4.7 Firmware
Siemens Sinumerik 808d V4.7
Siemens Sinumerik 808d V4.8 Firmware
Siemens Sinumerik 808d V4.8
Siemens Sinumerik 828d V4.7 Firmware<=4.7
Siemens Sinumerik 828d V4.7
Siemens Sinumerik 840d Sl V4.7 Firmware<=4.7
Siemens Sinumerik 840d Sl V4.7
Siemens Sinumerik 840d Sl V4.8 Firmware<=4.8
Siemens Sinumerik 840d Sl V4.8

Event History

Dec 12, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-11463?

CVE-2018-11463 has been classified with a medium severity level due to the risk of buffer overflow that could lead to potential denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-11463?

To fix CVE-2018-11463, you should update the affected Siemens SINUMERIK firmware to the appropriate patched versions.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2018-11463?

CVE-2018-11463 affects SINUMERIK 808D V4.7, 808D V4.8, 828D V4.7 (up to V4.7 SP6 HF1), and 840D sl V4.7 (up to V4.7 SP6 HF5) firmware.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2018-11463?

CVE-2018-11463 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited through the service interface of affected SINUMERIK systems.

5

Can CVE-2018-11463 lead to remote code execution?

CVE-2018-11463 does not explicitly allow for remote code execution, but it may result in denial of service which presents a potential risk.

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