#VU69831 Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key in RCC 972


Published: 2022-12-02

Vulnerability identifier: #VU69831

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-2641

CWE-ID: CWE-321

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
RCC 972
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: Horner Automation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected product has a static encryption key on the device. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

RCC 972: 15.40


External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-335-02


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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