CVE-2022-1666
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.72%
Last modified
CVE-2022-1666 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The default password for the web application’s root user (the vendor’s private account) was weak and the MD5 hash was used to crack the password using a widely available open-source tool.. EPSS estimates a 0.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The default password for the web application’s root user (the vendor’s private account) was weak and the MD5 hash was used to crack the password using a widely available open-source tool.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Secheron | Sepcos Control And Protection Relay Firmware | >= 1.23.0, < 1.23.21 |
| Secheron | Sepcos Control And Protection Relay Firmware | >= 1.24.0, < 1.24.8 |
| Secheron | Sepcos Control And Protection Relay Firmware | >= 1.25.0, < 1.25.3 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-174-03Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-174-03Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1666?
The default password for the web application’s root user (the vendor’s private account) was weak and the MD5 hash was used to crack the password using a widely available open-source tool.
How severe is CVE-2022-1666?
CVE-2022-1666 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1666?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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