CVE-2022-21798: ICSA-22-053-02 GE Proficy CIMPLICITY-Cleartext

Published Feb 25, 2022

Updated

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.

Affected Software

2 affected components

GE CIMPLICITY

GE Proficy CIMPLICITY

Remediation

Information

Users are advised to refer to the Secure Deployment Guide on how to configure communication encryption. Users are encouraged to review the CIMPLICITY Windows Hardening Guide and Recommendations for further IPSEC configuration guidance found in the section titled “Appendix A IPSEC Configuration.” Users are encouraged to contact a GE representative to obtain the latest versions of CIMPLICITY.

Event History

Feb 25, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·06:10 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·06:10 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

ICSA-22-053-02

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-21798?

CVE-2022-21798 is a vulnerability in the GE CIMPLICITY software that allows for cleartext transmission of credentials, potentially allowing unauthorized users to log in and make operational changes.

How severe is CVE-2022-21798?

CVE-2022-21798 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is classified as critical.

What is the affected software for CVE-2022-21798?

The affected software for CVE-2022-21798 is GE CIMPLICITY.

How can CVE-2022-21798 be exploited?

CVE-2022-21798 can be exploited by intercepting cleartext credentials transmitted over the CIMPLICITY network and using them to log in and make unauthorized changes to the system.

Is there a fix for CVE-2022-21798?

To fix CVE-2022-21798, users should apply the latest security patches or updates provided by GE for the CIMPLICITY software.