CVE-2023-37194

Summary

CVE-2023-37194 is a critical vulnerability affecting multiple Siemens SIMATIC CP models, including SIMATIC CP 1604, SIMATIC CP 1616, SIMATIC CP 1623, SIMATIC CP 1626, and SIMATIC CP 1628. This issue exposes the kernel memory of these devices to user-mode via Direct Memory Access (DMA), enabling local attackers with administrative privileges to execute arbitrary code on the host system without any restrictions. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as successful exploitation could lead to serious consequences, such as data theft, system damage, or unauthorized access. Users are strongly advised to update their affected devices as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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