Vulnerability identifier: #VU60807

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-23921

CWE-ID: CWE-269

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Proficy CIMPLICITY
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: GE Digital

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

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

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Proficy CIMPLICITY: 11.1

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-053-01

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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.