CVE-2026-46748
Description
SINEC INS versions prior to V1.0 SP2 Update 6 contain a vulnerability allowing local privilege escalation to root.
AI Insight
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SINEC INS versions prior to V1.0 SP2 Update 6 contain a vulnerability allowing local privilege escalation to root.
Vulnerability
A vulnerability exists in SINEC INS versions prior to V1.0 SP2 Update 6. The affected system includes a binary configured with the cap_dac_override capability, which bypasses file system permission checks and grants unrestricted file system access. [1]
Exploitation
A local attacker can exploit this vulnerability by leveraging the cap_dac_override capability to bypass file system permission checks. This allows for arbitrary file modification and potential escalation to root privileges on the system. [1]
Impact
Successful exploitation allows a local attacker to modify arbitrary files and gain root privileges on the affected system, leading to a full system compromise. [1]
Mitigation
Siemens has released an update for SINEC INS. Users should update to V1.0 SP2 Update 6 or a later version to remediate this vulnerability. [1]
AI Insight generated on Jun 9, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
1- Range: <V1.0 SP2 Update 6
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
No source-code context for this CVE — mechanics is only generated when we can read the actual fix diff. Without that, the four sections (root cause, attack vector, affected code, fix) would be speculation rather than analysis.
References
1News mentions
1- Siemens SINEC INS: Six Vulnerabilities Disclosed, Including High-Severity FlawsVypr Intelligence · Jun 9, 2026