CVE-2024-39872

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SINEMA Remote Connect Server (All versions < V3.2 SP1). The affected application does not properly assign rights to temporary files created during its update process. This could allow an authenticated attacker with the 'Manage firmware updates' role to escalate their privileges on the underlying OS level.

CVSS v3.1 Score

9.6

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-378 CWE-378

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
siemens	sinema_remote_connect_server	< 3.2
siemens	sinema_remote_connect_server	All
siemens	sinema_remote_connect_server	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/html/ssa-381581.html https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/html/ssa-381581.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-39872? +

A vulnerability has been identified in SINEMA Remote Connect Server (All versions < V3.2 SP1). The affected application does not properly assign rights to temporary files created during its update process. This could allow an authenticated attacker with the 'Manage firmware updates' role to escalate their privileges on the underlying OS level. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.6 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-39872? +

CVE-2024-39872 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.6 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-39872? +

CVE-2024-39872 affects products from siemens, specifically: sinema_remote_connect_server. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-39872? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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