CVE-2025-1727

End-of-Train and Head-of-Train Remote Linking Protocol Weak Authentication

Basic Information

CVE State
PUBLISHED
Reserved Date
February 26, 2025
Published Date
July 10, 2025
Last Updated
July 11, 2025
Vendor
End-of-Train and Head-of-Train remote linking protocol
Product
End-of-Train and Head-of-Train remote linking protocol
Description
The protocol used for remote linking over RF for End-of-Train and Head-of-Train (also known as a FRED) relies on a BCH checksum for packet creation. It is possible to create these EoT and HoT packets with a software defined radio and issue brake control commands to the EoT device, disrupting operations or potentially overwhelming the brake systems.

CVSS Scores

CVSS v4.0

7.2 - HIGH

Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

CVSS v3.1

8.1 - HIGH

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

SSVC Information

Exploitation
none
Technical Impact
total

Exploit Status

Exploited in the Wild
Yes (2025-07-16 13:04:25 UTC) Source

Known Exploited Vulnerability Information

Source Added Date
The Shadowserver (via CIRCL) 2025-07-16 13:04:25 UTC

Timeline

  • CVE ID Reserved

  • CVE Published to Public

  • Added to KEVIntel