CWE
494
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-46144: PHOENIX CONTACT: PLCnext Control prone to download of code without integrity check

First published: Thu Dec 14 2023(Updated: )

A download of code without integrity check vulnerability in PLCnext products allows an remote attacker with low privileges to compromise integrity on the affected engineering station and the connected devices.

Credit: info@cert.vde.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Phoenix Contact Axc F 1152<=2024.0
Phoenix Contact Axc F 1152
All of
Phoenix Contact Axioline F AXL F 2152 Firmware<=2024.0
Phoenix Contact Axioline F AXL F 2152 Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact AXC F 3152 Firmware<=2024.0
Phoenix Contact AXC F 3152 Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact BPC 9102S Firmware<=2024.0
Phoenix Contact BPC 9102S Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact EPC 1502 Firmware<=2024.0
Phoenix Contact EPC 1502 Firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact EPC 1522 Firmware<=2024.0
Phoenix Contact EPC 1522 Firmware
Phoenix Contact PLCnext Engineer<=2024.0
All of
Phoenix Contact RFC 4072R Firmware<=2024.0
phoenixcontact rfc 4072r firmware
All of
Phoenix Contact RFC 4072S<=2024.0
Phoenix Contact RFC 4072S

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-46144?

    CVE-2023-46144 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-46144?

    To mitigate CVE-2023-46144, ensure that firmware updates are downloaded from trusted sources and perform integrity checks.

  • What products are affected by CVE-2023-46144?

    CVE-2023-46144 impacts various Phoenix Contact PLCnext products, including the Axc F, EPC, and RFC series.

  • Can CVE-2023-46144 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2023-46144 can be exploited by remote attackers with low privileges.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2023-46144?

    CVE-2023-46144 involves a lack of integrity checks during code downloads, allowing potential integrity compromise.

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