View CSAF Summary Schneider Electric is aware of a vulnerability in its EcoStruxure™ Automation Expert product. The EcoStruxure™ Automation Expert product is plant automation software designed for digital control systems in discrete, hybrid and continuous industrial processes. A totally integrated automation solution designed to enhance your flexibility, efficiency and scalability. Failure to apply the remediation provided below may risk execution of arbitrary commands on the engineering workstation, which could result in a potential compromise of full system. The following versions of Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Automation Expert are affected: EcoStruxure™ Automation Expert vers:intdot/<25.0.1, 25.0.1 CVSS Vendor Equipment Vulnerabilities v3 8.2 Schneider Electric Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Automation Expert Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') Background Critical Infrastructure Sectors: Commercial Facilities, Critical Manufacturing, Energy Countries/Areas Deployed: Worldwide Company Headquarters Location: France Vulnerabilities Expand All + CVE-2026-2273 CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability exist that could cause execution of untrusted commands on the engineering workstation which could result in a limited compromise of the workstation and a potential loss of Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of the subsequent system when an authenticated user opens a malicious project file. View CVE Details Affected Products Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Automation Expert Vendor: Schneider Electric Product Version: EcoStruxure™ Automation Expert Versions prior to v25.0.1 Product Status: fixed, known_affected Remediations Vendor fix Version v25.0.1 of EcoStruxure™ Automation Expert includes a fix for this vulnerability and is available for download here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-range/23643079-ecostruxure-automation-expert/ https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-range/23643079-ecostruxure-automation-expert/ Mitigation If customers choose not to apply the remediation provided above, they should immediately apply the following mitigations to reduce the risk of exploit: Solution and archive files must be stored within the user’s home directory or in any location protected by appropriate Windows file‑system access controls to prevent unauthorized access in multi‑user environments. Users who choose to store files outside their home directory are responsible for applying restrictive Windows permissions to secure those locations. Before opening any solution or archive file, users are required to verify its authenticity and ensure that it has not been modified by unauthorized users. For detailed mitigation steps, refer to the User Manual - https://product-help.se.com/EcoStruxure%20Automation%20Expert/25.0/Offer%20Guides/en-US/EAE_UM?t=EAE_UM%2FSolutionIntegrity-FE037ED3.html%3Frhhlterm%3Dundefined%253Frhsearch%253Dundefined&theme=Help https://product-help.se.com/EcoStruxure%20Automation%20Expert/25.0/Offer%20Guides/en-US/EAE_UM?t=EAE_UM%2FSolutionIntegrity-FE037ED3.html%3Frhhlterm%3Dundefined%253Frhsearch%253Dundefined&theme=Help Relevant CWE: CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') Metrics CVSS Version Base Score Base Severity Vector String 3.1 8.2 HIGH CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H Acknowledgments Schneider Electric CPCERT reported this vulnerability to CISA. Raffaele Bova of Nozomi Networks reported this vulnerability to Schneider Electric. General Security Recommendations We strongly recommend the following industry cybersecurity best practices. * Locate control and safety system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolate them from the business network. * Install physical controls so no unauthorized personnel can access your industrial control and safety systems, components, peripheral equipment, and networks. * Place all controllers in locked cabinets and never leave them in the “Program” mode. * Never connect programming software to any network other than the network intended for that device. * Scan all methods of mobile data exchange with the isolated network such as CDs, USB drives, etc. before use in the terminals or any node connected to these networks. * Never allow mobile devices that have connected to any other network besides the intended network to connect to the safety or control networks without proper sanitation. * Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and systems and ensure that they are not accessible from the Internet. * When remote access is required, use secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Recognize that VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also, understand that VPNs are only as secure as the connected devices. For more information refer to the Schneider Electric [Recommended Cybersecurity Best Practices](https://www.se.com/us/en/download/document/7EN52-0390/) document. For More Information This document provides an overview of the identified vulnerability or vulnerabilities and actions required to mitigate. For more details and assistance on how to protect your installation, contact your local Schneider Electric representative or Schneider Electric Industrial Cybersecurity Services: https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/solutions/cybersecurity/. These organizations will be fully aware of this situation and can support you through the process. For further information related to cybersecurity in Schneider Electric's products, visit the company's cybersecurity support portal page: https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/support/cybersecurity/overview.jsp LEGAL DISCLAIMER THIS NOTIFICATION DOCUMENT, THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN, AND ANY MATERIALS LINKED FROM IT (COLLECTIVELY, THIS “NOTIFICATION”) ARE INTENDED TO HELP PROVIDE AN OVERVIEW OF THE IDENTIFIED SITUATION AND SUGGESTED MITIGATION ACTIONS, REMEDIATION, FIX, AND/OR GENERAL SECURITY RECOMMENDATIONS AND IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS-IS” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES RELATING TO THIS NOTIFICATION, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT THE NOTIFICATION WILL RESOLVE THE IDENTIFIED SITUATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OR LOSSES WHATSOEVER IN CONNECTION WITH THIS NOTIFICATION, INCLUDING DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. YOUR USE OF THIS NOTIFICATION IS AT YOUR OWN RISK, AND YOU ARE SOLELY LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO YOUR SYSTEMS OR ASSETS OR OTHER LOSSES THAT MAY RESULT FROM YOUR USE OF THIS NOTIFICATION. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO UPDATE OR CHANGE THIS NOTIFICATION AT ANY TIME AND IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION About Schneider Electric Schneider's purpose is to create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. We call this Life Is On. Our mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency. We are a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centers, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes. Anchored by our deep domain expertise, we provide integrated end-to-end lifecycle AI enabled Industrial IoT solutions with connected products, automation, software and services, delivering digital twins to enable profitable growth for our customers. We are a people company with an ecosystem of 150,000 colleagues and more than a million partners operating in over 100 countries to ensure proximity to our customers and stakeholders. We embrace diversity and inclusion in everything we do, guided by our meaningful purpose of a sustainable future for all. www.se.com Legal Notice and Terms of Use This product is provided subject to this Notification (https://www.cisa.gov/notification) and this Privacy & Use policy (https://www.cisa.gov/privacy-policy). Recommended Practices CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the exploitation risk of these vulnerabilities. Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, and ensure they are not accessible from the internet. Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolate them from business networks. When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most recent version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as its connected devices. CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures. CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies. CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets. Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B--Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies. Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents. Advisory Conversion Disclaimer This ICSA is a verbatim republication of Schneider Electric CPCERT SEVD-2026-069-04 from a direct conversion of the vendor's Common Security Advisory Framework (CSAF) advisory. This is republished to CISA's website as a means of increasing visibility and is provided "as-is" for informational purposes only. CISA is not responsible for the editorial or technical accuracy of republished advisories and provides no warranties of any kind regarding any information contained within this advisory. Further, CISA does not endorse any commercial product or service. Please contact Schneider Electric CPCERT directly for any questions regarding this advisory. Revision History Initial Release Date: 2026-03-10 Date Revision Summary 2026-03-10 1 Original Release 2026-03-19 2 Initial CISA Republication of Schneider Electric CPCERT SEVD-2026-069-04 advisory Legal Notice and Terms of Use
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— Sources secondairesView CSAF Summary Schneider Electric is aware of a vulnerability in its EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) and EcoStruxure Power Operation (EPO) products. EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) is an on-premises software used to help power critical and energy-intensive facilities maximize uptime and operational efficiency. EcoStruxure Power Operation (EPO) are on-premises software offers that provides a single platform to monitor and control medium and lower power systems.Failure to apply the fix provided below may risk local arbitrary code execution, which could result in the local system being compromised, a disruption of operations, and/or unauthorized administrative control of the system. The following versions of Schneider Electric EcoStruxure PME and EPO are affected: EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2022 <=2022 EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2023 EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2023_R2 EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2024 EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2024_R2 EcoStruxure Power Operation (EPO) 2022 Advanced Reporting and Dashboards Module <=2022 EcoStruxure Power Operation (EPO) Advanced Reporting and Dashboards Module 2024 EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2023_R2_Hotfix_282807 EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2024_R2_Hotfix_279338__2024R2 CVSS Vendor Equipment Vulnerabilities v3 7.8 Schneider Electric Schneider Electric EcoStruxure PME and EPO Deserialization of Untrusted Data Background Critical Infrastructure Sectors: Healthcare and Public Health, Information Technology, Critical Manufacturing, Commercial Facilities, Energy, Transportation Systems, Government Services and Facilities, Water and Wastewater Countries/Areas Deployed: Worldwide Company Headquarters Location: France Vulnerabilities Expand All + CVE-2025-11739 A deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability exists that could cause arbitrary code execution with administrative privileges when a locally authenticated attacker sends a crafted data stream, triggering unsafe deserialization. View CVE Details Affected Products Schneider Electric EcoStruxure PME and EPO Vendor: Schneider Electric Product Version: EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) Version 2022 and prior, EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) Version 2023, EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) Version 2023 R2, EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) Version 2024, EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) Version 2024 R2, EcoStruxure Power Operation (EPO) 2022 Advanced Reporting and Dashboards Module Version 2022 and prior, EcoStruxure Power Operation (EPO) 2024 with Advanced Reporting and Dashboards Module Version 2024 Product Status: fixed, known_affected Remediations Vendor fix Hotfix_279338_Release_2024R2 is available for EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) that includes a fix for this vulnerability. Contact Schneider Electric’s Customer Care Center to download this hotfix. No reboot required. Vendor fix Customers should upgrade to EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2024 R3. Contact Schneider Electric’s Customer Care Center for assistance. Vendor fix Hotfix_282807 - for 2023R2 is available for EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) that includes a fix for this vulnerability. Contact Schneider Electric’s Customer Care Center to download this hotfix. No reboot required. Vendor fix Customers should upgrade to EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2023 R2. Once upgraded, Hotfix_282807 - for 2023R2 is available for EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) that includes a fix for this vulnerability. Contact Schneider Electric’s Customer Care Center for assistance. Vendor fix Customers should upgrade to EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2023 R2. Once upgraded, Hotfix_282807 - for 2023R2 is available for EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) that includes a fix for this vulnerability. Contact Schneider Electric’s Customer Care Center for assistance. No fix planned EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2022 version has reached its end of life and is no longer supported. • Ensure your deployment of PME has followed the cybersecurity hardening guidelines provided with the product. https://product-help.schneider-electric.com/EcoStruxure/Power-Monitoring-Expert-2024/content/2_planning/cybersecurity/cyber-planningrecactions.htm • Ensure PME is running in an isolated network • Deploy and configure the Windows firewall to limit access to appropriate network segments• Enforce complex password policies.o Review Server Access Permissions o Conduct an audit of all Windows-authenticated users who currently have access to PME. Repeat this audit of your system periodically. o Identify all accounts with access rights, especially those with elevated privileges or remote access. o Limit access to essential users only.o Revoke access for any user accounts that are not critical for system functionality or daily operations.o Apply the principle of least privilege to ensure users have only the access necessary for their role(s). Customers should also consider upgrading to the latest product offering EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2024 R3 to resolve this issue. https://product-help.schneider-electric.com/EcoStruxure/Power-Monitoring-Expert-2024/content/2_planning/cybersecurity/cyber-planningrecactions.htm No fix planned EcoStruxure Power Operation (EPO) 2022 version and EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2022 has reached its end of life and is no longer supported. • Ensure your deployment of PME has followed the cybersecurity hardening guidelines provided with the product. https://product-help.schneider-electric.com/EcoStruxure/Power-Monitoring-Expert-2024/content/2_planning/cybersecurity/cyber-planningrecactions.htm • Ensure PME is running in an isolated network • Deploy and configure the Windows firewall to limit access to appropriate network segments• Enforce complex password policies.o Review Server Access Permissions o Conduct an audit of all Windows-authenticated users who currently have access to PME. Repeat this audit of your system periodically. o Identify all accounts with access rights, especially those with elevated privileges or remote access. o Limit access to essential users only.o Revoke access for any user accounts that are not critical for system functionality or daily operations.o Apply the principle of least privilege to ensure users have only the access necessary for their role(s). Customers should also consider upgrading to the latest product offering EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) 2024 R3 to resolve this issue. https://product-help.schneider-electric.com/EcoStruxure/Power-Monitoring-Expert-2024/content/2_planning/cybersecurity/cyber-planningrecactions.htm Relevant CWE: CWE-502 Deserialization of Untrusted Data Metrics CVSS Version Base Score Base Severity Vector String 3.1 7.8 HIGH CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Acknowledgments Schneider Electric reported this vulnerability to CISA. General Security Recommendations Schneider Electric strongly recommends the following industry cybersecurity best practices. https://www.se.com/us/en/download/document/7EN52-0390/ * Locate control and safety system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolate them from the business network. * Install physical controls so no unauthorized personnel can access your industrial control and safety systems, components, peripheral equipment, and networks. * Place all controllers in locked cabinets and never leave them in the “Program” mode. * Never connect programming software to any network other than the network intended for that device. * Scan all methods of mobile data exchange with the isolated network such as CDs, USB drives, etc. before use in the terminals or any node connected to these networks. * Never allow mobile devices that have connected to any other network besides the intended network to connect to the safety or control networks without proper sanitation. * Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and systems and ensure that they are not accessible from the Internet. * When remote access is required, use secure methods, such as virtual private networks (VPNs). Recognize that VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also, understand that VPNs are only as secure as the connected devices. For more information refer to the Schneider Electric Recommended Cybersecurity Best Practices document. For More Information This document provides an overview of the identified vulnerability or vulnerabilities and actions required to mitigate. For more details and assistance on how to protect your installation, contact your local Schneider Electric representative or Schneider Electric Industrial Cybersecurity Services: https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/solutions/cybersecurity/. These organizations will be fully aware of this situation and can support you through the process. For further information related to cybersecurity in Schneider Electric’s products, visit the company’s cybersecurity support portal page: https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/support/cybersecurity/overview.jsp LEGAL DISCLAIMER THIS NOTIFICATION DOCUMENT, THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN, AND ANY MATERIALS LINKED FROM IT (COLLECTIVELY, THIS “NOTIFICATION”) ARE INTENDED TO HELP PROVIDE AN OVERVIEW OF THE IDENTIFIED SITUATION AND SUGGESTED MITIGATION ACTIONS, REMEDIATION, FIX, AND/OR GENERAL SECURITY RECOMMENDATIONS AND IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS-IS” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES RELATING TO THIS NOTIFICATION, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT THE NOTIFICATION WILL RESOLVE THE IDENTIFIED SITUATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OR LOSSES WHATSOEVER IN CONNECTION WITH THIS NOTIFICATION, INCLUDING DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. YOUR USE OF THIS NOTIFICATION IS AT YOUR OWN RISK, AND YOU ARE SOLELY LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO YOUR SYSTEMS OR ASSETS OR OTHER LOSSES THAT MAY RESULT FROM YOUR USE OF THIS NOTIFICATION. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO UPDATE OR CHANGE THIS NOTIFICATION AT ANY TIME AND IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION About Schneider Electric Schneider's purpose is to create impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. We call this Life Is On. Our mission is to be the trusted partner in sustainability and efficiency. We are a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centers, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes. Anchored by our deep domain expertise, we provide integrated end-to-end lifecycle AI enabled industrial IoT solutions with connected products, automation, software and services, delivering digital twins to enable profitable growth for our customers. We are a people company with an ecosystem of 150,000 colleagues and more than a million partners operating in over 100 countries to ensure proximity to our customers and stakeholders. We embrace diversity and inclusion in everything we do, guided by our meaningful purpose of a sustainable future for all. www.se.com Note EcoStruxure Power Operation 2022 with Advanced Reporting AND EcoStruxure Power Operation 2024 with Advanced Reporting utilizes EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert. You must update EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert separately from EcoStruxure Power Operation and apply the appropriate update for Power Monitoring Expert as described above. Legal Notice and Terms of Use This product is provided subject to this Notification (https://www.cisa.gov/notification) and this Privacy & Use policy (https://www.cisa.gov/privacy-policy). Recommended Practices CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the exploitation risk of these vulnerabilities. Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, and ensure they are not accessible from the internet. Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolate them from business networks. When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most recent version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as its connected devices. CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures. CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies. CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets. Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B--Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies. Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents. Advisory Conversion Disclaimer This ICSA is a verbatim republication of Schneider Electric SEVD-2026-069-06 from a direct conversion of the vendor's Common Security Advisory Framework (CSAF) advisory. This is republished to CISA's website as a means of increasing visibility and is provided "as-is" for informational purposes only. CISA is not responsible for the editorial or technical accuracy of republished advisories and provides no warranties of any kind regarding any information contained within this advisory. Further, CISA does not endorse any commercial product or service. Please contact Schneider Electric directly for any questions regarding this advisory. Revision History Initial Release Date: 2026-03-10 Date Revision Summary 2026-03-10 1 Original Release 2026-03-19 2 Initial CISA Republication of Schneider Electric SEVD-2026-069-06 advisory Legal Notice and Terms of Use
CISA has added one new vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, based on evidence of active exploitation. CVE-2026-20131 Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC) Software and Cisco Security Cloud Control (SCC) Firewall Management Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability This type of vulnerability is a frequent attack vector for malicious cyber actors and poses significant risks to the federal enterprise. Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 22-01: Reducing the Significant Risk of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities established the KEV Catalog as a living list of known Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) that carry significant risk to the federal enterprise. BOD 22-01 requires Federal Civilian Executive Branch (FCEB) agencies to remediate identified vulnerabilities by the due date to protect FCEB networks against active threats. See the BOD 22-01 Fact Sheet for more information. Although BOD 22-01 only applies to FCEB agencies, CISA strongly urges all organizations to reduce their exposure to cyberattacks by prioritizing timely remediation of KEV Catalog vulnerabilities as part of their vulnerability management practice. CISA will continue to add vulnerabilities to the catalog that meet the specified criteria.
View CSAF Summary Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition on the product. The following versions of Schneider Electric Modicon M241, M251, and M262 are affected: Modicon M241 versions prior to 5.4.13.12 Modicon_Controller_M241 Modicon M251 versions prior to 5.4.13.12 Modicon_Controller_M251 Modicon M262 versions prior to 5.4.10.12 Modicon_Controller_M262 CVSS Vendor Equipment Vulnerabilities v3 5.3 Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Modicon M241, M251, and M262 Improper Resource Shutdown or Release Background Critical Infrastructure Sectors: Commercial Facilities, Critical Manufacturing, Energy Countries/Areas Deployed: Worldwide Company Headquarters Location: France Vulnerabilities Expand All + CVE-2025-13901 CWE-404 Improper Resource Shutdown or Release vulnerability exists that could cause partial Denial of Service on Machine Expert protocol when an unauthenticated attacker sends malicious payload to occupy active communication channels. View CVE Details Affected Products Schneider Electric Modicon M241, M251, and M262 Vendor: Schneider Electric Product Version: Schneider Electric Modicon M241 versions prior to 5.4.13.12: Modicon_Controller_M241, Schneider Electric Modicon M251 versions prior to 5.4.13.12: Modicon_Controller_M251, Schneider Electric Modicon M262 versions prior to 5.4.10.12: Modicon_Controller_M262 Product Status: known_affected Remediations Mitigation Schneider Electric has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk: Modicon Controller M241 Firmware version 5.4.13.12 delivered with EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert v2.5.0.1 includes a fix for this vulnerability and can be installed through Schneider Electric Software Installer available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. On the engineering workstation install v2.5.0.1 of EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert. For help refer to Schneider Electric Software Installer User Guide available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/. Update Modicon Controller M241 to the latest Firmware and perform reboot. For instructions refer to Modicon M241 Logic Controller, Programming Guide: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/ Mitigation Schneider Electric has identified the following specific workarounds and mitigations users can apply to reduce risk: Modicon Controller M241 Firmware version 5.4.13.12 delivered with EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert v2.5.0.1 includes a fix for this vulnerability and can be installed through Schneider Electric Software Installer available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. On the engineering workstation install v2.5.0.1 of EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert. For help refer to Schneider Electric Software Installer User Guide available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/. Update Modicon Controller M241 to the latest Firmware and perform reboot. For instructions refer to Modicon M241 Logic Controller, Programming Guide: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/ Mitigation Modicon Controller M251 Firmware version 5.4.13.12 delivered with EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert v2.5.0.1 includes a fix for this vulnerability and can be installed through Schneider Electric Software Installer available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. On the engineering workstation install v2.5.0.1 of EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert. For help refer to Schneider Electric Software Installer User Guide available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/. Update Modicon Controller M251 to the latest Firmware and perform reboot. For instructions refer to Modicon M251 Logic Controller, Programming Guide: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/ Mitigation Modicon Controller M251 Firmware version 5.4.13.12 delivered with EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert v2.5.0.1 includes a fix for this vulnerability and can be installed through Schneider Electric Software Installer available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. On the engineering workstation install v2.5.0.1 of EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert. For help refer to Schneider Electric Software Installer User Guide available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/. Update Modicon Controller M251 to the latest Firmware and perform reboot. For instructions refer to Modicon M251 Logic Controller, Programming Guide: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/ Mitigation Modicon Controller M262 Firmware version 5.4.10.12 delivered with EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert v2.5 includes a fix for this vulnerability and can be installed through Schneider Electric Software Installer available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. On the engineering workstation install v2.5.0.1 of EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert. For help refer to Schneider Electric Software Installer User Guide available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/. Update Modicon Controller M262 to the latest Firmware and perform reboot. For instructions refer to Modicon M262 Logic/Motion Controller, Programming Guide: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/ Mitigation Modicon Controller M262 Firmware version 5.4.10.12 delivered with EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert v2.5 includes a fix for this vulnerability and can be installed through Schneider Electric Software Installer available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. On the engineering workstation install v2.5.0.1 of EcoStruxure™ Machine Expert. For help refer to Schneider Electric Software Installer User Guide available here: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/. Update Modicon Controller M262 to the latest Firmware and perform reboot. For instructions refer to Modicon M262 Logic/Motion Controller, Programming Guide: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/ESEMACS10_INSTALLER/. https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/EIO0000005500/ Mitigation For more information see the associated Schneider Electric CPCERT security advisory SEVD-2026-069-01 Improper Resource Shutdown or Release vulnerability in Multiple Products - SEVD-2026-069-01 PDF Version: https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2026-069-01&p_enDocType=Security+and+Safety+Notice&p_File_Name=SEVD-2026-069-01.pdf. Improper Resource Shutdown or Release vulnerability in Multiple Products - SEVD-2026-069-01 CSAF Version: https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2026-069-01&p_enDocType=Security+and+Safety+Notice&p_File_Name=sevd-2026-069-01.json. https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2026-069-01&p_enDocType=Security+and+Safety+Notice&p_File_Name=SEVD-2026-069-01.pdf Mitigation All affected products: If customers choose not to apply the remediation provided above, they should immediately apply the following mitigations to reduce the risk of exploit: Use controllers and devices only in a protected environment to minimize network exposure and ensure that they are not accessible from public internet or untrusted networks. Filter ports and IP through the embedded firewall. Use encrypted communication links. Use VPN (Virtual Private Networks) tunnels if remote access is required. The "Cybersecurity Guidelines for EcoStruxure Machine Expert, Modicon and PacDrive Controllers and Associated Equipment" provide product specific hardening guidelines: https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_enDocType=User+guide&p_File_Name=EIO0000004242.00.pdf&p_Doc_Ref=EIO0000004242. https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_enDocType=User+guide&p_File_Name=EIO0000004242.00.pdf&p_Doc_Ref=EIO0000004242 Relevant CWE: CWE-404 Improper Resource Shutdown or Release Metrics CVSS Version Base Score Base Severity Vector String 3.1 5.3 MEDIUM CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L Acknowledgments Amir Zaltzman of Claroty Team82 reported this vulnerability to Schneider Electric Schneider Electric reported this vulnerability to CISA Legal Notice and Terms of Use This product is provided subject to this Notification (https://www.cisa.gov/notification) and this Privacy & Use policy (https://www.cisa.gov/privacy-policy). Recommended Practices CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability, such as: Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet. Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks. When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Recognize VPNs may have vulnerabilities, should be updated to the most recent version available, and are only as secure as the connected devices. CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures. CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies. CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets. Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B--Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies. Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents. CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks: Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages. Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams. Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks. No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time. Revision History Initial Release Date: 2026-03-19 Date Revision Summary 2026-03-19 1 Initial Republication of Schneider Electric CPCERT SEVD-2026-069-01 Legal Notice and Terms of Use
The European Union – the media freedom hub marsrgi Thu, 03/19/2026 - 08:58 Opening: 16 April 2026 Closing: 28 May 2026 The overall goal of this preparatory action is to continue the activities of the ongoing Free Media Hub EAST project, i.e. to sustain and improve existing financial and other kinds of support to exiled independent media from Russia, Belarus, as well as media from Ukraine that has relocated in the EU, and to foster the coordination and consolidation of a pan-European platform or network of media hubs to promote the preservation of a pluralistic media environment. GettyImages © Mihajlo Maricic Main link https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportuni… Related topics Media and democracy Media freedom and pluralism International relations Funding for Digital Actions to Support Ukraine Democracy in the digital age {"service":"share","version":"2.0","color":true,"networks":["x","facebook","linkedin","email","more"]}
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CISA has added one new vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, based on evidence of active exploitation. CVE-2026-20963 Microsoft SharePoint Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability This type of vulnerability is a frequent attack vector for malicious cyber actors and poses significant risks to the federal enterprise. Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 22-01: Reducing the Significant Risk of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities established the KEV Catalog as a living list of known Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) that carry significant risk to the federal enterprise. BOD 22-01 requires Federal Civilian Executive Branch (FCEB) agencies to remediate identified vulnerabilities by the due date to protect FCEB networks against active threats. See the BOD 22-01 Fact Sheet for more information. Although BOD 22-01 only applies to FCEB agencies, CISA strongly urges all organizations to reduce their exposure to cyberattacks by prioritizing timely remediation of KEV Catalog vulnerabilities as part of their vulnerability management practice. CISA will continue to add vulnerabilities to the catalog that meet the specified criteria.
CISA has added one new vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, based on evidence of active exploitation. CVE-2025-66376 Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS) Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability This type of vulnerability is a frequent attack vector for malicious cyber actors and poses significant risks to the federal enterprise. Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 22-01: Reducing the Significant Risk of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities established the KEV Catalog as a living list of known Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) that carry significant risk to the federal enterprise. BOD 22-01 requires Federal Civilian Executive Branch (FCEB) agencies to remediate identified vulnerabilities by the due date to protect FCEB networks against active threats. See the BOD 22-01 Fact Sheet for more information. Although BOD 22-01 only applies to FCEB agencies, CISA strongly urges all organizations to reduce their exposure to cyberattacks by prioritizing timely remediation of KEV Catalog vulnerabilities as part of their vulnerability management practice. CISA will continue to add vulnerabilities to the catalog that meet the specified criteria.
CISA is aware of malicious cyber activity targeting endpoint management systems of U.S. organizations based on the March 11, 2026 cyberattack against U.S.-based medical technology firm Stryker Corporation, which affected their Microsoft environment.1 To defend against similar malicious cyber activity, CISA urges organizations to harden endpoint management system configurations using the recommendations and resources provided in this alert. CISA is conducting enhanced coordination with federal partners, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), to identify additional threats and determine mitigation actions. To defend against similar malicious activity that misuses legitimate endpoint management software, CISA urges organizations to implement Microsoft’s newly released best practices for securing Microsoft Intune; the principles of these recommendations can be applied to Intune and more broadly to other endpoint management software: Use principles of least privilege when designing administrative roles. Leverage Microsoft Intune’s role-based access control (RBAC) to assign the minimum permissions necessary to each role for completing day-to-day operations—permissions include what actions the role can take, and what users and devices it can apply that action to. Enforce phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA) and privileged access hygiene. Use Microsoft Entra ID capabilities (including Conditional Access, MFA, risk signals, and privileged access controls) to block unauthorized access to privileged actions in Microsoft Intune. Configure access policies to require Multi Admin Approval in Microsoft Intune. Set up policies that require a second administrative account’s approval to allow changes to sensitive or high-impact actions (such as device wiping), applications, scripts, RBAC, configurations, etc. Additionally, CISA recommends reviewing the following resources to strengthen defenses against similar malicious cyber activity: Microsoft resources: For recommendations on securing Microsoft Intune, see Best practices for securing Microsoft Intune. For guidance on implementing Multi Admin Approval in Microsoft Intune, see Use Access policies to implement Multi Admin Approval. For recommendations on configuring Microsoft Intune using zero trust principles, see Configure Microsoft Intune for increased security. For guidance on implementing Microsoft Intune RBAC policies, see Role-based access control (RBAC) with Microsoft Intune. For guidance on deploying Privileged Identity Management (PIM) across Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, and other Microsoft software, see Plan a Privileged Identity Management deployment. CISA resources: For guidance on implementing phishing-resistant multifactor authentication (MFA), see Implementing Phishing-Resistant MFA. Disclaimer The information in this report is being provided “as is” for informational purposes only. CISA does not endorse any commercial entity, product, company, or service, including any entities, products, or services linked within this document. Any reference to specific commercial entities, products, processes, or services by service mark, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not constitute or imply endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by CISA. Acknowledgements Microsoft and Stryker contributed to this alert. Notes 1 For updates from Stryker on the incident, see “Customer Updates: Stryker Network Disruption,” Stryker, last modified March 15, 2026, https://www.stryker.com/us/en/about/news/2026/a-message-to-our-customers-03-2026.html.
CEF-Digital Info Session: 2026 Calls Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 03/18/2026 - 10:35 26 March 2026 Online Learn more about the calls "Equipment for smart European cable systems" (CEF-DIG-2026-SMART-CABLES) and "Backbone connectivity for Digital Global Gateways" (CEF-DIG-2026-GATEWAYS). GettyImages © Dragon Claws Main link https://hadea.ec.europa.eu/events/cef-digital-info-session-2026-calls-2026-03-2… Related topics Connecting Europe Facility Funding for Digital Related content Press release 17 March 2026 Commission makes available €200 million for submarine cable and digital infrastructure projects The European Commission has opened two new Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) calls worth €200 million for projects in high-capacity networks, including submarine cables. {"service":"share","version":"2.0","color":true,"networks":["x","facebook","linkedin","email","more"]}
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