CVE-2023-27334: (Pwn2Own) Softing edgeConnector Siemens ConditionRefresh Resource Exhaustion Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

Softing edgeConnector Siemens ConditionRefresh Resource Exhaustion Denial-of-Service Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Softing edgeConnector Siemens. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the handling of OPC UA ConditionRefresh requests. By sending a large number of requests, an attacker can consume all available resources on the server. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-20498.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Softing edgeConnector Siemens
Softing edgeAggregator<3.70
Softing edgeConnector<3.70
Softing Opc Ua C\+\+ Software Development Kit<6.20.1
Softing Secure Integration Server<1.30

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 21, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:40 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27334?

CVE-2023-27334 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability that can severely impact the availability of affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-27334?

To mitigate CVE-2023-27334, it is essential to apply the latest security patches provided by Softing for edgeConnector Siemens.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-27334?

CVE-2023-27334 affects all installations of Softing edgeConnector Siemens.

4

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-27334?

No, CVE-2023-27334 can be exploited by remote attackers without requiring authentication.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-27334?

CVE-2023-27334 is a condition refresh resource exhaustion vulnerability leading to a denial-of-service.

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