CVE-2022-2179

Name: CVE-2022-2179
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-07-20T16:15:09.03+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.05%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-2179 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The X-Frame-Options header in Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100/1400 Versions 21.007 and prior is not configured in the HTTP response, which could allow clickjacking attacks.. EPSS estimates a 1.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The X-Frame-Options header in Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100/1400 Versions 21.007 and prior is not configured in the HTTP response, which could allow clickjacking attacks.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability

1.05%

60.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Rockwellautomation	Micrologix 1100 Firmware	All versions
Rockwellautomation	Micrologix 1400 Firmware	<= 21.007

References

https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1135994Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-188-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1135994Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-188-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Jul 20, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-2179?

The X-Frame-Options header in Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100/1400 Versions 21.007 and prior is not configured in the HTTP response, which could allow clickjacking attacks.

How severe is CVE-2022-2179?

CVE-2022-2179 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-2179?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2022-2179?

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Source: NVD / NIST