#VU67300 Incorrect permission assignment for critical resource in SoftMaster - CVE-2022-2332

Vulnerability identifier: #VU67300

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 6.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-2332

CWE-ID: CWE-732

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SoftMaster
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Honeywell International, Inc

Description

The 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.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SoftMaster: 4.51

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External links
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-256-02

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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.