CVE-2024-41173: Beckhoff: Local authentication bypass in the IPC-Diagnostics package included in TwinCAT/BSD
The IPC-Diagnostics package included in TwinCAT/BSD is vulnerable to a local authentication bypass by a low privileged attacker.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-41173?
CVE-2024-41173 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local authentication bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2024-41173?
To mitigate CVE-2024-41173, upgrade the IPC-Diagnostics package to a version higher than 2.0.0.1 and ensure that you are using an updated version of TwinCAT/BSD beyond 14.1.2.0.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-41173?
The CVE-2024-41173 vulnerability affects users of the IPC-Diagnostics package in TwinCAT/BSD, particularly those using versions up to 2.0.0.1 and 14.1.2.0 respectively.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-41173?
CVE-2024-41173 can be exploited by low privileged attackers to bypass authentication processes in affected software.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2024-41173?
As of now, public exploit code for CVE-2024-41173 has not been reported, but the vulnerability's nature poses significant risks.