Improper access control in APsystems Energy Communication Unit (ECU-C) Power Control Software



Published: 2024-01-24
Risk Medium
Patch available NO
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2022-44037
CWE-ID CWE-284
Exploitation vector Local network
Public exploit Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available.
Vulnerable software
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Energy communication Unit (ECU-C) Power Control Software
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances

Vendor Altenergy Power System

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one medium risk vulnerability.

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU85754

Risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-44037

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker on the local network can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation

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

Vulnerable software versions

Energy communication Unit (ECU-C) Power Control Software: 3.11.4 - W2.1.NA

External links

http://cyber-guy.gitbook.io/cyber-guys-blog/pocs/cve-2022-44037
http://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-023-01


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.



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