#VU80901 Improper Authorization in Automation Software Sysmac Studio - CVE-2022-45793

Vulnerability identifier: #VU80901

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-45793

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Automation Software Sysmac Studio
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances

Vendor: Omron

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass authorization checks.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization. A local user can alter the files to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

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

Vulnerable software versions

Automation Software Sysmac Studio: 1.54

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External links
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-23-262-04

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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.