CISA description
PTC Windchill and FlexPLM contains an improper input validation vulnerability allowing an unauthenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by sending a malicious request to the network.
CVE-2026-12569
PTC · Windchill and FlexPLM
PTC Windchill and FlexPLM Improper Input Validation Vulnerability
Required action
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Notes & references
- https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/CS473270
- BOD 26-04: https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-26-04-prioritizing-security-updates-based-risk
- Forensics Triage Requirements: https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-26-04-implementation-guidance-prioritizing-security-updates-based-risk
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-12569
Where this lands in 800-53
Vulnerability data triggers these controls during assessment and continuous monitoring.