CVE-2025-40942: High severity TeleControl TeleControl Server Basic vulnerability

Published Jan 13, 2026
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Updated

A vulnerability has been identified in TeleControl Server Basic (All versions < V3.1.2.4). Affected application contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability that could allow an attacker to run arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Affected Software

2 affected components
TeleControl TeleControl Server Basic<3.1.2.4
Siemens Telecontrol Server Basic<3.1.2.4

Event History

Jan 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:44 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:44 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-40942?

CVE-2025-40942 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability allowing arbitrary code execution with elevated privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-40942?

To mitigate CVE-2025-40942, upgrade TeleControl Server Basic to version 3.1.2.4 or later.

3

Which versions of TeleControl Server Basic are affected by CVE-2025-40942?

All versions of TeleControl Server Basic prior to 3.1.2.4 are affected by CVE-2025-40942.

4

Can CVE-2025-40942 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2025-40942 requires local access to exploit the privilege escalation vulnerability.

5

What impact does CVE-2025-40942 have on systems?

CVE-2025-40942 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, compromising system security.

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