CVE-2022-25246: PTC Axeda agent and Axeda Desktop Server Use of Hard-Coded Credentials
First published: Wed Mar 16 2022(Updated: )
Axeda agent (All versions) and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows (All versions) uses hard-coded credentials for its UltraVNC installation. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote authenticated attacker to take full remote control of the host operating system.
Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PTC Axeda agent | ||
| PTC Axeda Desktop Server for Windows | ||
| PTC Axeda agent | <6.9.1 | |
| Ptc Axeda Desktop Server | <6.9.215 |
Remedy
PTC recommends the following: Upgrade to Axeda agent Version 6.9.2 build 1049 or 6.9.3 build 1051 when running older versions of the Axeda agent. Configure Axeda agent and Axeda Desktop Server (ADS) to only listen on the local host interface 127.0.0.1. Refer to PTC knowledge article CS360255 Provide a unique password in the AxedaDesktop.ini file for each unit. Never use ERemoteServer in production. Make sure to delete ERemoteServer file from host device. Remove the installation file, for example: Gateway_vs2017-en-us-x64-pc-winnt-vc14-6.9.3-1051.msi When running in Windows or Linux, only allow connections to ERemoteServer from trusted hosts and block all others. When running the Windows operating system, configure Localhost communications (127.0.0.1) between ERemoteServer and Axeda Builder. Refer to PTC knowledge article CS360255 Configure the Axeda agent for the authentication information required to log in to the Axeda Deployment Utility. Refer to PTC knowledge article CS360255 PTC recommends upgrading the Axeda Desktop Server (ADS) to Version 6.9 build 215 The Axeda agent loopback-only configuration is only available in Version 6.9.1 and above. Hence, upgrading to Axeda agent 6.9.1 or above is required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-25246?
CVE-2022-25246 refers to a vulnerability in the Axeda agent and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows where hard-coded credentials are used for UltraVNC installation, allowing a remote attacker to take control of the host operating system.
How severe is CVE-2022-25246?
CVE-2022-25246 has a severity rating of 8.8 (critical).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-25246?
Axeda agent versions up to and excluding 6.9.1, and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows versions up to and excluding 6.9.215 are affected by CVE-2022-25246.
How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2022-25246?
A remote authenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2022-25246 by using the hard-coded credentials to gain full remote control of the host operating system.
Are there any references for CVE-2022-25246?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2022-25246 at the following links: - [US-CERT Advisory](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-067-01) - [PTC Support Article](https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/CS363561)
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