Update Of The Firmware Of Protection Relays - Siemens NXAIR Operating Instructions Manual

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Update of the firmware of protection relays

Siemens protection relays are monitored for their firmware vulnerability. In case that any potential weak
points are identified, which might allow third parties to access to the protection relay, information concerning
this will be distributed by newsletter.
Please visit below website to register to the SIPROTEC and SICAM security update report to receive latest
news.
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www.siemens.com/gridsecurity
Before commissioning,
For latest firmware version for Siemens devices, please visit the website below.
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http://w3.siemens.com/smartgrid/global/en/products-systems-
solutions/downloads/Pages/Overview.aspx
For protection relays of other manufacturers, please contact the Original Equipment Manufacturer.
110-0134.9 / 14
NOTICE
Old firmware versions
If the firmware of the protection relays is not updated, it is theoretically possible for
third parties to access the protection relay through the Internet due to a weak point
in the firmware of the protection relays.
Verify the latest version of the firmware of the protection relays on the
specified website.
Update the firmware of the protection relays with the latest firmware
version.
please ensure that
NXAIR / ≤ 40 kA
the firmware of protection
General instructions
relays is up-to-date.
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