CVE-2023-23453: Critical severity sick fx0-gent00010 vulnerability

Published Feb 20, 2023
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Updated

Missing Authentication for Critical Function in SICK FX0-GENT v3 Firmware Version V3.04 and V3.05 allows an unprivileged remote attacker to achieve arbitrary remote code execution via maliciously crafted RK512 commands to the listener on TCP port 9000.

Affected Software

12 affected components
SICK Fx0-gent00010 Firmware=3.04
SICK Fx0-gent00010 Firmware=3.05
SICK Fx0-gent00010
SICK Fx0-gent00000 Firmware=3.04
SICK Fx0-gent00000 Firmware=3.05
SICK FX0-GENT00000
All of the following
Any of the following
SICK Fx0-gent00010 Firmware=3.04
SICK Fx0-gent00010 Firmware=3.05
SICK Fx0-gent00010
All of the following
Any of the following
SICK Fx0-gent00000 Firmware=3.04
SICK Fx0-gent00000 Firmware=3.05
SICK FX0-GENT00000

Event History

Feb 20, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23453?

The severity of CVE-2023-23453 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.

2

How does CVE-2023-23453 affect SICK FX0-GENT v3 Firmware?

CVE-2023-23453 affects SICK FX0-GENT v3 Firmware versions 3.04 and 3.05.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-23453?

An unprivileged remote attacker can achieve arbitrary remote code execution by sending maliciously crafted RK512 commands to the listener on TCP port 9000.

4

Are there any known fixes for CVE-2023-23453?

There is no known fix for CVE-2023-23453 at the moment. It is recommended to follow the recommendations provided by the vendor or the security advisory.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-23453?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-23453 on the official SICK website.

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