CVE-2022-30018

Name: CVE-2022-30018
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-05-19T14:15:08.003+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.00%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-30018 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Mobotix Control Center (MxCC) through 2.5.4.5 has Insufficiently Protected Credentials, Storing Passwords in a Recoverable Format via the MxCC.ini config file. The credential storage method in this software enables an attacker/user of the machine to gain admin access to the software and gain access to recordings/recording locations.. EPSS estimates a 1.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Mobotix Control Center (MxCC) through 2.5.4.5 has Insufficiently Protected Credentials, Storing Passwords in a Recoverable Format via the MxCC.ini config file. The credential storage method in this software enables an attacker/user of the machine to gain admin access to the software and gain access to recordings/recording locations.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.00%

58.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-522

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mobotix	Mxcontrolcenter	<= 2.5.4.5

References

https://github.com/PurplePetrus/MxCC_Credential-Storage_issue/blob/main/MxCC_improper_credential_storageExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/PurplePetrus/MxCC_Credential-Storage_issue/blob/main/MxCC_improper_credential_storageExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 19, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-30018?

How severe is CVE-2022-30018?

CVE-2022-30018 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-30018?

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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Source: NVD / NIST