#VU66908 Cleartext transmission of sensitive information in IQ Series Controllers that utilize Inter-Controller (IC) protocol


Published: 2022-09-01

Vulnerability identifier: #VU66908

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-30312

CWE-ID: CWE-319

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IQ Series Controllers that utilize Inter-Controller (IC) protocol
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances

Vendor: Honeywell International, Inc

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to software uses insecure communication channel to transmit sensitive information. A local attacker can gain access to sensitive data.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

IQ Series Controllers that utilize Inter-Controller (IC) protocol: All versions


External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-242-08


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.


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