CVE-2026-12569
Description
A critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability has been reported in PTC Windchill PDMlink and PTC FlexPLM. The vulnerability may be exploited through the deserialization of untrusted data. * This advisory also applies to all CPS versions * The identified vulnerability also impacts Windchill and FlexPLM releases prior to 11.0 M030
How to fix
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.
CISA due date: Jun 28, 2026- ptc windchill_pdmlink11.0m030 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| ptc flexplm | v ≤ 11.0m030, 11.1m020, 11.2.1.0, 12.0.0.0, 12.0.2.0, 12.1.3.0, 13.0.2.0, 13.0.3.0 | — |
| ptc windchill_pdmlink | v < 11.0m030, 11.0m030, 11.1m020, 11.2.1.0, 12.0.2.0, 12.1.2.0, 13.0.2.0, 13.1.0.0, 13.1.1.0, 13.1.2.0, 13.1.3.0 | 11.0m030 |
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