CVE-2024-41940: Input Validation

Published Aug 13, 2024
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Updated

A vulnerability has been identified in SINEC NMS (All versions < V3.0). The affected application does not properly validate user input to a privileged command queue. This could allow an authenticated attacker to execute OS commands with elevated privileges.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Siemens SINEC NMS<3.0

Event History

Aug 13, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:54 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:54 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-41940?

CVE-2024-41940 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for executing OS commands with elevated privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-41940?

To fix CVE-2024-41940, upgrade to SINEC NMS version 3.0 or later, which includes necessary input validation enhancements.

3

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2024-41940?

An authenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2024-41940 by leveraging the inadequate input validation to execute arbitrary OS commands.

4

Which versions of SINEC NMS are affected by CVE-2024-41940?

All versions of SINEC NMS prior to version 3.0 are affected by CVE-2024-41940.

5

Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-41940?

Yes, user authentication is required to exploit CVE-2024-41940, as it involves execution of commands through a privileged command queue.

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