CVE-2025-40808: Malicious File Upload
A vulnerability has been identified in SIPROTEC 5 6MD84 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 6MD85 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 6MD85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 6MD86 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 6MD86 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 6MD89 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 6MU85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7KE85 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7KE85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SA82 (CP100) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SA82 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SA86 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SA86 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SA87 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SA87 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SD82 (CP100) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SD82 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SD86 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SD86 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SD87 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SD87 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SJ81 (CP100) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SJ81 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SJ82 (CP100) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SJ82 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SJ85 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SJ85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SJ86 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SJ86 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SK82 (CP100) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SK82 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SK85 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SK85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SL82 (CP100) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SL82 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SL86 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SL86 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SL87 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SL87 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SS85 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SS85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7ST85 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7ST85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7ST86 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SX82 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SX85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7SY82 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UM85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UT82 (CP100) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UT82 (CP150) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UT85 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UT85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UT86 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UT86 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UT87 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7UT87 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7VE85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7VK87 (CP200) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7VK87 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 7VU85 (CP300) (All versions), SIPROTEC 5 Compact 7SX800 (CP050) (All versions). The affected application allows authenticated users to upload arbitrary files using DIGSI 5 protocol. This could allow an attacker to upload malicious configuration files, that could cause denial of service condition and potentially lead to code execution.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Configuration
If supported, disable file upload over the DIGSI 5 protocol or restrict the ability to upload configuration files to a minimal set of highly trusted/administrative accounts.
DIGSI 5 protocol file_upload = disable or restrict to trusted privileged accounts - Compensating control
Restrict network access to the DIGSI 5 service to trusted IPs and networks using firewalls, ACLs or network segmentation to prevent untrusted authenticated users from reaching the service.
- Operational
Audit devices for any recently uploaded or untrusted configuration files; remove unauthorized files, restore affected devices from known-good backups, and investigate for signs of compromise (DoS or code execution) if suspicious files are found.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-40808?
The severity of CVE-2025-40808 is assessed as medium with a score of 6.1.
What is CVE-2025-40808 related to?
CVE-2025-40808 is related to a vulnerability in multiple Siemens SIPROTEC 5 models that allows for malicious file uploads.
How do I fix CVE-2025-40808?
To fix CVE-2025-40808, users should apply all relevant security patches provided by Siemens for their specific SIPROTEC 5 device.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2025-40808?
CVE-2025-40808 affects all versions of Siemens SIPROTEC 5 models, including the 6MD84, 6MD85, 6MD86, 6MD89, and others.
What type of attack does CVE-2025-40808 facilitate?
CVE-2025-40808 facilitates a malicious file upload attack that can lead to unauthorized information modifications.