CVE-2018-25048: Codesys Runtime Improper Limitation of a Pathname
First published: Thu Mar 23 2023(Updated: )
The CODESYS runtime system in multiple versions allows an remote low privileged attacker to use a path traversal vulnerability to access and modify all system files as well as DoS the device.
Credit: info@cert.vde.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Codesys Control For Beaglebone | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Control For Empc-a\/imx6 | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Control For Iot2000 | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Control For Pfc100 | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Control For Pfc200 | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Control For Raspberry Pi | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Control Rte | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Control V3 Runtime System Toolkit | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Control Win | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Embedded Target Visu Toolkit | >=3.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Hmi | >=3.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Remote Target Visu Toolkit | >=3.0<3.5.12.30 | |
| Codesys Runtime Plcwinnt | >=2.0.0.0<2.4.7.52 | |
| Codesys Runtime System Toolkit | >=2.0.0.0<2.4.7.52 | |
| Codesys Runtime System Toolkit | =3.5.15.0 | |
| Codesys Simulation Runtime | >=3.0.0.0<3.5.12.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-25048?
CVE-2018-25048 is a vulnerability in the CODESYS runtime system that allows a remote attacker to access and modify system files and cause a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2018-25048?
CVE-2018-25048 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-25048?
CVE-2018-25048 affects various versions of the CODESYS runtime system, including Control For Beaglebone, Control For Empc-a/imx6, Control For Iot2000, Control For Pfc100, Control For Pfc200, Control For Raspberry Pi, Control Rte, Control V3 Runtime System Toolkit, Control Win, Embedded Target Visu Toolkit, Hmi, Remote Target Visu Toolkit, Runtime Plcwinnt, Runtime System Toolkit, Runtime System Toolkit 3.5.15.0, and Simulation Runtime.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-25048?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-25048 by using a path traversal vulnerability to access and modify all system files, as well as cause a denial of service.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-25048?
Yes, it is recommended to update to a version of CODESYS runtime system that is not affected by CVE-2018-25048.
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