#VU69748 Cleartext storage of sensitive information in GX Works3


Published: 2022-11-30

Vulnerability identifier: #VU69748

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-29832

CWE-ID: CWE-312

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: Mitsubishi Electric

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to cleartext storage of sensitive information. A remote attacker can obtain information about the safety CPU module project file.

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

Vulnerable software versions

GX Works3: 1.015R - 1.087R


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


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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