Multiple vulnerabilities in Honeywell SoftMaster
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 2 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2022-2333 CVE-2022-2332 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-427 CWE-732 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
SoftMaster Client/Desktop applications / Other client software |
| Vendor | Honeywell International, Inc |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains information about 2 vulnerabilities.
1) Insecure DLL loading
EUVDB-ID: #VU67299
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-2333
CWE-ID:
CWE-427 - Uncontrolled Search Path Element
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to the application loads DLL libraries in an insecure manner. A remote attacker can place a specially crafted .dll file, trick the victim into opening a file and execute arbitrary code on victim's system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsSoftMaster: 4.51
External linkshttp://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-256-02
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
2) Incorrect permission assignment for critical resource
EUVDB-ID: #VU67300
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-2332
CWE-ID:
CWE-732 - Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local attacker to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insecure permission assignment. A local attacker can gain administrator privileges.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsSoftMaster: 4.51
External linkshttp://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-256-02
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
