Vulnerability identifier: #VU61182

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-0835

CWE-ID: CWE-312

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
AVEVA System Platform
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: AVEVA Software, LLC.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected product stores sensitive information in cleartext. A local user can retrieve sensitive information and gain access to the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

AVEVA System Platform: 2020 - 2020 R2S

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-067-02

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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.