How severe is CVE-2020-25166?

CVE-2020-25166 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.6, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability low.

Is CVE-2020-25166 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-25166?

CVE-2020-25166 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-2020-25166?

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-2020-25166 published?

CVE-2020-25166 was published on 2022-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-25166

CVE-2020-25166 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bbraun Datamodule Compactplus with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.6. 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-347.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.6)
CVSS v2: 7.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (36th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-347
Affected product: Bbraun Datamodule Compactplus
Published: 2022-04-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An improper verification of the cryptographic signature of firmware updates of the B. Braun Melsungen AG SpaceCom Version L81/U61 and earlier, and the Data module compactplus Versions A10 and A11 allows attackers to generate valid firmware updates with arbitrary content that can be used to tamper with devices.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-25166?: An improper verification of the cryptographic signature of firmware updates of the B. Braun Melsungen AG SpaceCom Version L81/U61 and earlier, and the Data module compactplus Versions A10 and A11 allows attackers to generate valid firmware updates with arbitrary content that can be used to tamper with devices.
How severe is CVE-2020-25166?: CVE-2020-25166 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.6, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability low.
Is CVE-2020-25166 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-25166?: CVE-2020-25166 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-2020-25166?: 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-2020-25166 published?: CVE-2020-25166 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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