CVE-2021-37173: High severity Siemens Ruggedcom Rox Rx1400 Firmware vulnerability
A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM ROX MX5000 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1400 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1500 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1501 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1510 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1511 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1512 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1524 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1536 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX5000 (All versions < V2.14.1). The command line interface of affected devices insufficiently restrict file read and write operations for low privileged users. This could allow an authenticated remote attacker to escalate privileges and gain root access to the device.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
RUGGEDCOM ROX MX5000to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1400to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
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RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1500to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
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RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1501to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
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RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1510to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1511to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
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RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1512to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
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RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1524to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
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RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1536to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
RUGGEDCOM ROX RX5000to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in V2.14.1 - Compensating control
If immediate upgrade to at least V2.14.1 is not possible, reduce exposure of the device CLI to untrusted users by restricting network/access so only trusted administrators can authenticate to the command line interface.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2021-37173.
Which products are affected by this vulnerability?
This vulnerability affects RUGGEDCOM ROX MX5000 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1400 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1500 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1501 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1510 (All versions < V2.14.1), RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1511 (All versions < V2.14.1).
What is the severity of CVE-2021-37173?
The severity of CVE-2021-37173 is critical.
How can I fix this vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, update your RUGGEDCOM ROX MX5000, RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1400, RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1500, RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1501, RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1510, or RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1511 device to version V2.14.1 or later.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
More information about this vulnerability can be found at the following link: [CERT-Portal](https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-150692.pdf)