CVE-2019-5161

Public Exploit

Description

An exploitable remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Cloud Connectivity functionality of WAGO PFC200 versions 03.02.02(14), 03.01.07(13), and 03.00.39(12). A specially crafted XML file will direct the Cloud Connectivity service to download and execute a shell script with root privileges.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 4.93% Top 15%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Wago WAGO PFC200 Firmware
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2019-0954 mitigation third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-5161?
CVE-2019-5161 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-5161?
To fix CVE-2019-5161, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-5161 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2019-5161 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~5% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-5161?
CVE-2019-5161 affects Wago WAGO PFC200 Firmware.
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