Long-Hidden Flaws Patched in EPICS Research Facility Control Software

Researchers have discovered four vulnerabilities in EPICS Base, a control software used in research facilities such as particle accelerators and fusion labs. These flaws, which were found by an autonomous system, could be exploited by attackers to crash processes. The identified vulnerabilities have now been patched. The flaws were previously hidden and their discovery highlights the importance of thorough security testing. The patched vulnerabilities could have had significant impacts on the affected research facilities if exploited.