Siemens Flaw: When Your Industrial Controls Take a Wild SINAMICS Spin!

Siemens SINAMICS S200 users, take note! Thanks to an unlocked bootloader vulnerability, your device’s security is as firm as a wet noodle. Attackers could easily exploit this flaw to install untrusted firmware. For a safer tech life, follow Siemens’ security tips—or just avoid the internet altogether. You’ve been warned!

Key Points:

  • CISA will stop updating ICS security advisories for Siemens products; users must check Siemens’ ProductCERT for updates.
  • The vulnerability affects Siemens SINAMICS S200 equipment and is rated as CVSS v4 9.5 and CVSS v3 9.8.
  • Exploitation could lead to downloading untrusted firmware, damaging or compromising the device.
  • Siemens recommends applying defense in depth and securing network access.
  • No public exploitation has been reported, but caution and preventative measures are advised.

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