CVE-2022-2179: ICSA-22-188-01 Rockwell Automation MicroLogix Improper Restriction of Rendered UI Layers or Frames

Reference Links

• https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1135994
• https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-188-01
• https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-22-188-01 (Advisory)

Parent vulnerabilities

(Appears in the following advisories)

• ICSA-22-188-01

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is CVE-2022-2179?

  CVE-2022-2179 is a vulnerability in Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100/1400 Versions 21.007 and prior that allows clickjacking attacks due to the X-Frame-Options header not being configured in the HTTP response.

• How severe is CVE-2022-2179?

  CVE-2022-2179 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.

• How can I fix CVE-2022-2179?

  To fix CVE-2022-2179, upgrade to a version of Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100/1400 that is 21.007 or later and ensure that the X-Frame-Options header is properly configured in the HTTP response.

• Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-2179?

  You can find more information about CVE-2022-2179 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1135994), [Reference 2](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-188-01).

• What is clickjacking?

  Clickjacking is a technique where an attacker tricks a user into clicking on a malicious link by hiding it behind a legitimate-looking element on a web page.