CVE-2025-40556: Input Validation

Published May 13, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability has been identified in BACnet ATEC 550-440 (All versions), BACnet ATEC 550-441 (All versions), BACnet ATEC 550-445 (All versions), BACnet ATEC 550-446 (All versions). Affected devices improperly handle specific incoming BACnet MSTP messages. This could allow an attacker residing in the same BACnet network to send a specially crafted MSTP message that results in a denial of service condition of the targeted device. A power cycle is required to restore the device's normal operation.

Affected Software

4 affected components
BACnet ATEC 550-440=All versions
BACnet ATEC 550-441=All versions
BACnet ATEC 550-445=All versions
BACnet ATEC 550-446=All versions

Event History

May 13, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:38 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:38 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-40556?

CVE-2025-40556 is considered to have a significant severity due to the potential for unauthorized access through improper handling of BACnet MSTP messages.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-40556?

To mitigate CVE-2025-40556, users should apply any available patches or updates from the vendor and implement network segmentation to limit exposure.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2025-40556?

CVE-2025-40556 affects BACnet ATEC 550-440, BACnet ATEC 550-441, BACnet ATEC 550-445, and BACnet ATEC 550-446, all versions.

4

Can CVE-2025-40556 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-40556 can potentially be exploited remotely by an attacker within the same network.

5

What types of attacks are associated with CVE-2025-40556?

CVE-2025-40556 may allow attackers to execute unauthorized commands or gain control over affected devices through specially crafted BACnet MSTP messages.

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