CVE-2023-5288
CWE-284Published: September 29, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A remote unauthorized attacker may connect to the SIM1012, interact with the device and
change configuration settings. The adversary may also reset the SIM and in the worst case upload a
new firmware version to the device.
Risk Analysis
The SICK SIM1012 device is vulnerable to unauthorized remote access, allowing an attacker to change configurations, reset the device, or upload malicious firmware. This critical flaw carries a CVSS score of 9.8 and poses a severe threat to device integrity.
The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity. There is no known public exploit, and it is not listed in the CISA KEV.
Restrict network access to the device to trusted segments only. Check with the vendor for firmware updates that address unauthorized access.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-5288 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-5288 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts