CVE-2023-40724

CVE-2023-40724 is a high-severity vulnerability in Siemens Qms Automotive with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. 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-316.

Key facts

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in QMS Automotive (All versions < V12.39). User credentials are found in memory as plaintext. An attacker could perform a memory dump, and get access to credentials, and use it for impersonation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-40724?
A vulnerability has been identified in QMS Automotive (All versions < V12.39). User credentials are found in memory as plaintext. An attacker could perform a memory dump, and get access to credentials, and use it for impersonation.
How severe is CVE-2023-40724?
CVE-2023-40724 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability low.
Is CVE-2023-40724 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (2nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-40724?
CVE-2023-40724 affects Siemens Qms Automotive. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40724?
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-2023-40724 published?
CVE-2023-40724 was published on 2023-09-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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