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Overview

Siemens Mendix Studio Pro has a significant security vulnerability that affects multiple versions of the software, specifically those before version 11.12. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening malicious project files during the build process. The affected versions include Mendix Studio Pro 10.11 through 10.24, as well as 11.0 through 11.9. Siemens has released updates to address this issue, urging users to upgrade to version 10.24.21 or later, or version 11.6.7 or later. This vulnerability poses a serious risk, particularly in critical sectors like manufacturing and energy, making timely updates essential to protect user systems from potential exploits.

Key Takeaways

  • Affected Systems: Affected products include Mendix Studio Pro versions 10.11 to 10.24 (all versions), and 11.0 to 11.9 (all versions).
  • Action Required: Users should update to Mendix Studio Pro version 10.
  • Timeline: Disclosed on June 30, 2026

Original Article Summary

View CSAF Summary Mendix Studio Pro versions before V11.12 are affected by a file parsing vulnerability that could be triggered when the application reads specially crafted malicious project during the build pipeline. This could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of that user. Siemens has released new versions for several affected products and recommends to update to the latest versions. Siemens is preparing further fix versions and recommends countermeasures for products where fixes are not, or not yet available. The following versions of Siemens Mendix Studio Pro are affected: Mendix Studio Pro 10.11 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.12 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.13 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.14 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.15 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.16 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.17 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.18 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.19 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.20 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.21 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.22 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.23 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 10.24 vers:intdot/<10.24.21 Mendix Studio Pro 11.0 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.1 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.10 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.11 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.2 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.3 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.4 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.5 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.6 vers:intdot/<11.6.7 Mendix Studio Pro 11.7 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.8 vers:all/* Mendix Studio Pro 11.9 vers:all/* CVSS Vendor Equipment Vulnerabilities v3 5.4 Siemens Siemens Mendix Studio Pro Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') Background Critical Infrastructure Sectors: Critical Manufacturing, Energy Countries/Areas Deployed: Worldwide Company Headquarters Location: Germany Vulnerabilities Expand All + CVE-2026-48192 Affected versions of Mendix Studio Pro do not properly validate or sanitize project files processed during the build pipeline. This could allow an attacker who tricks a user into opening and running a specially crafted malicious project locally on their system to execute arbitrary code in the context of that user. View CVE Details Affected Products Siemens Mendix Studio Pro Vendor: Siemens Product Version: Mendix Studio Pro 10.11, Mendix Studio Pro 10.12, Mendix Studio Pro 10.13, Mendix Studio Pro 10.14, Mendix Studio Pro 10.15, Mendix Studio Pro 10.16, Mendix Studio Pro 10.17, Mendix Studio Pro 10.18, Mendix Studio Pro 10.19, Mendix Studio Pro 10.20, Mendix Studio Pro 10.21, Mendix Studio Pro 10.22, Mendix Studio Pro 10.23, Mendix Studio Pro 10.24 < V10.24.21, Mendix Studio Pro 11.0, Mendix Studio Pro 11.1, Mendix Studio Pro 11.10, Mendix Studio Pro 11.11, Mendix Studio Pro 11.2, Mendix Studio Pro 11.3, Mendix Studio Pro 11.4, Mendix Studio Pro 11.5, Mendix Studio Pro 11.6 < V11.6.7, Mendix Studio Pro 11.7, Mendix Studio Pro 11.8, Mendix Studio Pro 11.9 Product Status: known_affected Remediations No fix planned Currently no fix is planned Vendor fix Update to V10.24.21 or later version https://docs.mendix.com/releasenotes/studio-pro/10.24/ Vendor fix Update to V11.6.7 or later version https://docs.mendix.com/releasenotes/studio-pro/11.6/ Relevant CWE: CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') Metrics CVSS Version Base Score Base Severity Vector String 3.1 5.4 MEDIUM CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:N Acknowledgments Siemens ProductCERT reported this vulnerability to CISA. General Recommendations As a general security measure, Siemens strongly recommends to protect network access to devices with appropriate mechanisms. In order to operate the devices in a protected IT environment, Siemens recommends to configure the environment according to Siemens' operational guidelines for Industrial Security (Download: https://www.siemens.com/cert/operational-guidelines-industrial-security), and to follow the recommendations in the product manuals. Additional information on Industrial Security by Siemens can be found at: https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity Additional Resources For further inquiries on security vulnerabilities in Siemens products and solutions, please contact the Siemens ProductCERT: https://www.siemens.com/cert/advisories Terms of Use The use of Siemens Security Advisories is subject to the terms and conditions listed on: https://www.siemens.com/productcert/terms-of-use. 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 Siemens ProductCERT SSA-779310 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 Siemens ProductCERT directly for any questions regarding this advisory. Revision History Initial Release Date: 2026-06-30 Date Revision Summary 2026-06-30 1 Publication Date 2026-07-07 2 Initial CISA Republication of Siemens ProductCERT SSA-779310 advisory Legal Notice and Terms of Use

Impact

Affected products include Mendix Studio Pro versions 10.11 to 10.24 (all versions), and 11.0 to 11.9 (all versions).

Exploitation Status

No active exploitation has been reported at this time. However, organizations should still apply patches promptly as proof-of-concept code may exist.

Timeline

Disclosed on June 30, 2026

Remediation

Users should update to Mendix Studio Pro version 10.24.21 or later, or version 11.6.7 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.

Additional Information

This threat intelligence is aggregated from trusted cybersecurity sources. For the most up-to-date information, technical details, and official vendor guidance, please refer to the original article linked below.

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