Number: AV19-232
Date: 16 October 2019
On 10 October 2019 Siemens released security updates to address vulnerabilities affecting multiple Siemens Industrial Real-Time (IRT) Devices and Siemens PROFINET Devices.
Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote actor to cause a denial of service. The Cyber Centre encourages users and administrators to review the following advisories and apply the necessary manufacturer updates:
ICS Advisory (ICSA-19-283-01)
https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-19-283-01
ICS Advisory (ICSA-19-283-02)
https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-19-283-02
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