CVE-2026-14952: CWE-306 Missing Authentication for Critical Function in Frauscher Sensortechnik FDS 102
CVE-2026-14952 is a high-severity vulnerability in Frauscher Sensortechnik's FDS 102 version 2.1.0. It allows unauthenticated remote attackers to access sensitive files on the FDS Web server over HTTP without requiring a valid session. The exposed files include backup archives and other downloads that contain detailed railway signaling and track layout information, which should be protected from unauthorized access.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CWE-306) in Frauscher Sensortechnik FDS 102 version 2.1.0 involves missing authentication controls for critical functions on the web server. An attacker can retrieve sensitive files such as /FdsBackup.zip and files under /downloads/* without authentication, exposing confidential railway infrastructure data. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.7, reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows unauthorized disclosure of sensitive railway signaling and track layout information by accessing backup and download files without authentication. This exposure could compromise operational security and safety of railway systems by revealing critical infrastructure details.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or temporary mitigation has been documented at this time. Users should monitor vendor communications for updates and consider restricting HTTP access to sensitive files until a fix is available.
CVE-2026-14952: CWE-306 Missing Authentication for Critical Function in Frauscher Sensortechnik FDS 102
Description
CVE-2026-14952 is a high-severity vulnerability in Frauscher Sensortechnik's FDS 102 version 2.1.0. It allows unauthenticated remote attackers to access sensitive files on the FDS Web server over HTTP without requiring a valid session. The exposed files include backup archives and other downloads that contain detailed railway signaling and track layout information, which should be protected from unauthorized access.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.7high
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-306) in Frauscher Sensortechnik FDS 102 version 2.1.0 involves missing authentication controls for critical functions on the web server. An attacker can retrieve sensitive files such as /FdsBackup.zip and files under /downloads/* without authentication, exposing confidential railway infrastructure data. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.7, reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows unauthorized disclosure of sensitive railway signaling and track layout information by accessing backup and download files without authentication. This exposure could compromise operational security and safety of railway systems by revealing critical infrastructure details.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or temporary mitigation has been documented at this time. Users should monitor vendor communications for updates and consider restricting HTTP access to sensitive files until a fix is available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- CERTVDE
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-07T12:47:01.243Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a86bcd9acd9273b495abbbc
Added to database: 08/20/2026, 08:37:45 UTC
Last enriched: 08/20/2026, 08:52:05 UTC
Last updated: 08/20/2026, 08:52:05 UTC
Views: 4
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