CVE-2022-21798
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.59%
Last modified
CVE-2022-21798 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The affected product is vulnerable due to cleartext transmission of credentials seen in the CIMPLICITY network, which can be easily spoofed and used to log in to make operational changes to the system.. EPSS estimates a 0.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The affected product is vulnerable due to cleartext transmission of credentials seen in the CIMPLICITY network, which can be easily spoofed and used to log in to make operational changes to the system.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ge | Cimplicity | All versions |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-053-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-053-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-21798?
The affected product is vulnerable due to cleartext transmission of credentials seen in the CIMPLICITY network, which can be easily spoofed and used to log in to make operational changes to the system.
How severe is CVE-2022-21798?
CVE-2022-21798 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21798?
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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