Vulnerability identifier: #VU65075

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-2253

CWE-ID: CWE-78

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WebHMI
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Distributed Data Systems

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation. A remote administrator can pass specially crafted data to the application and execute arbitrary OS commands on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

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

Vulnerable software versions

WebHMI: 4.1.1.7662

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External links
http://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-181-04

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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