CVE-2022-25251: PTC Axeda agent and Axeda Desktop Server Missing Authentication For Critical Function

Published Mar 16, 2022
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Updated

When connecting to a certain port Axeda agent (All versions) and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows (All versions) may allow an attacker to send certain XML messages to a specific port without proper authentication. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to read and modify the affected product’s configuration.

Affected Software

4 affected components
PTC Axeda agent<6.9.1
PTC Axeda Desktop Server Windows<6.9.215
PTC Axeda agent
PTC Axeda Desktop Server for Windows

Remediation

Information

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.

Event History

Mar 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:03 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-25251?

CVE-2022-25251 is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to send certain XML messages to a specific port without proper authentication in Axeda agent and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows, potentially leading to remote unauthorized access.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-25251?

The severity of CVE-2022-25251 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-25251?

Axeda agent versions up to 6.9.1 and Axeda Desktop Server for Windows versions up to 6.9.215 are affected by CVE-2022-25251.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-25251?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-25251 by sending certain XML messages to a specific port without proper authentication, potentially allowing remote unauthorized access.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2022-25251?

Yes, you can refer to the following resources for more information about CVE-2022-25251: [Link 1](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-067-01), [Link 2](https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/CS363561).

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