#VU71297 Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in Proficy Historian


Published: 2023-01-18

Vulnerability identifier: #VU71297

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-2022-46732

CWE-ID: CWE-288

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Proficy Historian
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: GE Digital

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel. A remote attacker can bypass authentication for the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Proficy Historian: 7.0


External links
http://digitalsupport.ge.com/s/article/GE-Digital-Product-Security-Advisory-GED-23-01
http://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-23-017-01


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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