CVE-2023-27309

Name: CVE-2023-27309
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-03-14T10:15:28.677+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.48%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-27309 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM CROSSBOW (All versions < V5.2). The client query handler of the affected application fails to check for proper permissions for specific write queries. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM CROSSBOW (All versions < V5.2). The client query handler of the affected application fails to check for proper permissions for specific write queries. This could allow an authenticated remote attacker to perform unauthorized actions.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.48%

37.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-862

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Siemens	Ruggedcom Crossbow	< 5.2

References

https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-260625.pdfVendor Advisory
https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-260625.pdfVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 14, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-27309?

How severe is CVE-2023-27309?

CVE-2023-27309 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-27309?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST