7.8
CWE
77 20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-28136: PHOENIX CONTACT: command injection gains root privileges using the OCPP remote service

First published: Tue May 14 2024(Updated: )

A local attacker with low privileges can use a command injection vulnerability to gain root privileges due to improper input validation using the OCPP Remote service.

Credit: info@cert.vde.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3000<=1.5.1
Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3000
All of
Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3050 Firmware<=1.5.1
Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3050
All of
Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3100<=1.5.1
Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3100
All of
PhoenixContact CHARX SEC-3150 Firmware<=1.5.1
Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3150

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-28136?

    CVE-2024-28136 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for local attackers to escalate privileges to root.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-28136?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-28136, update the affected Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC firmware to version 1.5.2 or later.

  • Which products are affected by CVE-2024-28136?

    CVE-2024-28136 affects Phoenixcontact CHARX SEC-3000, 3050, 3100, and 3150 firmware versions up to 1.5.1.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-28136?

    CVE-2024-28136 can be exploited through command injection by local attackers with low privileges.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2024-28136 on my system?

    The impact of CVE-2024-28136 allows an attacker to gain root privileges, compromising the entire system security.

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