CVE-2025-40830

HIGHCVSS 8.4/10EPSS 0.14%

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CVE-2025-40830 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability has been identified in SINEC Security Monitor (All versions < V4.10.0). The affected application does not have proper authorization checks for the file_transfer feature in ssmctl-client command. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SINEC Security Monitor (All versions < V4.10.0). The affected application does not have proper authorization checks for the file_transfer feature in ssmctl-client command. This could allow an authenticated, lowly privileged local attacker to read or write to any file on server or sensor.

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Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SiemensSinec Security Monitor< 4.10.0

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-40830?
A vulnerability has been identified in SINEC Security Monitor (All versions < V4.10.0). The affected application does not have proper authorization checks for the file_transfer feature in ssmctl-client command. This could allow an authenticated, lowly privileged local attacker to read or write to any file on server or sensor.
How severe is CVE-2025-40830?
CVE-2025-40830 has a CVSS score of 8.4/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-40830?
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