CVE-2025-40771: Critical severity Siemens SIMATIC CP 1542SP-1 vulnerability

Published Oct 14, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC CP 1542SP-1 (6GK7542-6UX00-0XE0) (All versions < V2.4.24), SIMATIC CP 1542SP-1 IRC (6GK7542-6VX00-0XE0) (All versions < V2.4.24), SIMATIC CP 1543SP-1 (6GK7543-6WX00-0XE0) (All versions < V2.4.24), SIPLUS ET 200SP CP 1542SP-1 IRC TX RAIL (6AG2542-6VX00-4XE0) (All versions < V2.4.24), SIPLUS ET 200SP CP 1543SP-1 ISEC (6AG1543-6WX00-7XE0) (All versions < V2.4.24), SIPLUS ET 200SP CP 1543SP-1 ISEC TX RAIL (6AG2543-6WX00-4XE0) (All versions < V2.4.24). Affected devices do not properly authenticate configuration connections. This could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to access the configuration data.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Siemens SIMATIC CP 1542SP-1<V2.4.24
Siemens Simatic Cp 1542sp-1 Irc<V2.4.24
Siemens Simatic Cp 1543sp-1<V2.4.24
Siemens Siplus Et 200sp Cp 1542sp-1 Irc Tx Rail<V2.4.24
Siemens Siplus Et 200sp Cp 1543sp-1 Isec<V2.4.24
Siemens Siplus Et 200sp Cp 1543sp-1 Isec Tx Rail<V2.4.24

Event History

Oct 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:15 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-40771?

CVE-2025-40771 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on device integrity and security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-40771?

To fix CVE-2025-40771, upgrade the affected devices to versions equal to or greater than V2.4.24.

3

Which products are affected by CVE-2025-40771?

CVE-2025-40771 affects several Siemens products, including SIMATIC CP 1542SP-1, SIMATIC CP 1542SP-1 IRC, and SIMATIC CP 1543SP-1, all versions below V2.4.24.

4

What are the consequences of not addressing CVE-2025-40771?

Failing to address CVE-2025-40771 can lead to unauthorized access or control over the affected Siemens devices.

5

Is CVE-2025-40771 a remote exploit vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2025-40771 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to compromise system functionality without physical access.

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