Vulnerability identifier: #VU69741

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-29825

CWE-ID: CWE-259

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
GX Works3
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Mitsubishi Electric

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system. 

The vulnerability exists due to the software contains a hard-coded password. A local user can disclose sensitive information in the system.

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

Vulnerable software versions

GX Works3: 1.000A - 1.087R

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-333-05

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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.