CVE-2019-5161
First published: Wed Mar 11 2020(Updated: )
An exploitable remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Cloud Connectivity functionality of WAGO PFC200 versions 03.02.02(14), 03.01.07(13), and 03.00.39(12). A specially crafted XML file will direct the Cloud Connectivity service to download and execute a shell script with root privileges.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WAGO PFC200 Firmware | =03.00.39\(12\) | |
| WAGO PFC200 Firmware | =03.01.07\(13\) | |
| WAGO PFC200 Firmware | =03.02.02\(14\) | |
| WAGO PFC200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5161?
CVE-2019-5161 is an exploitable remote code execution vulnerability in the Cloud Connectivity functionality of WAGO PFC200 versions 03.02.02(14), 03.01.07(13), and 03.00.39(12).
How does CVE-2019-5161 work?
CVE-2019-5161 can be exploited by using a specially crafted XML file to direct the Cloud Connectivity service to download and execute a shell script with root privileges.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-5161?
The severity of CVE-2019-5161 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.1.
Which versions of WAGO PFC200 firmware are affected by CVE-2019-5161?
WAGO PFC200 firmware versions 03.00.39(12), 03.01.07(13), and 03.02.02(14) are affected by CVE-2019-5161.
How can I fix CVE-2019-5161?
To fix CVE-2019-5161, it is recommended to update the WAGO PFC200 firmware to a version that is not vulnerable.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/wago
- product/pfc200 firmware
- canonical/wago pfc200 firmware
- product/pfc200
- canonical/wago pfc200