SB2022022305 - Multiple vulnerabilities in GE Proficy CIMPLICITY

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.

1) Improper Privilege Management (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-23921)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management. A local user can escalate privileges.

2) Cleartext transmission of sensitive information (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-21798)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to software uses insecure communication channel to transmit sensitive information. A remote attacker with ability to intercept network traffic can gain access to sensitive data.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References

• https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-053-01
• https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-053-02