How severe is CVE-2020-25156?

CVE-2020-25156 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2020-25156 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-25156?

CVE-2020-25156 primarily affects Bbraun Datamodule Compactplus. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-25156?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2020-25156 published?

CVE-2020-25156 was published on 2022-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-25156

CVE-2020-25156 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bbraun Datamodule Compactplus with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-489.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
CVSS v2: 9.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (63rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-489
Affected product: Bbraun Datamodule Compactplus
Published: 2022-04-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Active debug code in the B. Braun Melsungen AG SpaceCom Version L8/U61, and the Data module compactplus Versions A10 and A11 and earlier enables attackers in possession of cryptographic material to access the device as root.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-25156?: Active debug code in the B. Braun Melsungen AG SpaceCom Version L8/U61, and the Data module compactplus Versions A10 and A11 and earlier enables attackers in possession of cryptographic material to access the device as root.
How severe is CVE-2020-25156?: CVE-2020-25156 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-25156 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-25156?: CVE-2020-25156 primarily affects Bbraun Datamodule Compactplus. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-25156?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-25156 published?: CVE-2020-25156 was published on 2022-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:bbraun:datamodule_compactplus:a10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:bbraun:datamodule_compactplus:a11:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:bbraun:spacecom:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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