CVE-2022-25247: PTC Axeda agent and Axeda Desktop Server Missing Authentication For Critical Function
First published: Wed Mar 16 2022(Updated: )
Axeda agent (All versions) and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows (All versions) may allow an attacker to send certain commands to a specific port without authentication. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to obtain full file-system access and remote code execution.
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-2022-25247?
CVE-2022-25247 is a vulnerability in Axeda agent (All versions) and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows (All versions) that allows an attacker to send certain commands to a specific port without authentication.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-25247?
CVE-2022-25247 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-25247?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-25247 by sending certain commands to a specific port without authentication, which can lead to obtaining full file-system access.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-25247?
Axeda agent versions up to exclusive 6.9.1 and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows versions up to exclusive 6.9.215 are affected by CVE-2022-25247.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-25247?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-25247 at the following references: [link1](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-067-01) and [link2](https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/CS363561).
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