critical
9.8
CWE
732
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-46141: Phoenix Contact: Automation Worx and classic line controllers prone to Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource

First published: Thu Dec 14 2023(Updated: )

Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource vulnerability in multiple products of the PHOENIX CONTACT classic line allow an remote unauthenticated attacker to gain full access of the affected device.

Credit: info@cert.vde.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Phoenix Contact Automationworx
All of
Phoenix Contact Axc 1050 Firmware
Phoenix Contact Axc 1050 Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact Axc 1050 XC Firmware
Phoenix Contact Axc 1050 XC Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact AXC 3050
Phoenix Contact AXC 3050
Phoenix Contact Config+
All of
Phoenix Contact FC 350 PCI ETH Firmware
Phoenix Contact FC 350 PCI ETH Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact ILC 1x0 Firmware
Phoenix Contact ILC 1x0 Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact ILC 1x1 GSM/GPRS Firmware
Phoenix Contact ILC 1x1 GSM/GPRS Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact ILC 3xx
Phoenix Contact ILC 3xx
Phoenix Contact PC Worx
Phoenix Contact PC Worx Express
All of
Phoenix Contact PC Worx RT Basic
Phoenix Contact PC Worx RT Basic
Phoenix Contact PC Worx SRT
All of
Phoenix Contact RFC 430 ETH-IB
Phoenix Contact RFC 430 ETH-IB
All of
Phoenix Contact RFC 450 ETH-IB Firmware
Phoenix Contact RFC 450 ETH-IB Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact RFC 460R PN 3TX
Phoenix Contact RFC 460R PN 3TX
All of
Phoenix Contact RFC 470S PN 3TX Firmware
phoenixcontact rfc 470s pn 3tx firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact RFC 480S PN 4TX Firmware
Phoenix Contact RFC 480S PN 4TX Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-46141?

    CVE-2023-46141 has a high severity rating as it allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to gain full access to the affected devices.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-46141?

    To fix CVE-2023-46141, apply the latest security update provided by Phoenix Contact for the affected products.

  • Which products are affected by CVE-2023-46141?

    CVE-2023-46141 affects multiple products within the Phoenix Contact classic line including Automationworx, Config+, and various firmware versions.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-46141?

    CVE-2023-46141 is categorized as an Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2023-46141 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2023-46141 can be exploited remotely without authentication, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access.

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