CVE-2022-3084: GE CIMPLICITY Access of Uninitialized Pointer
First published: Wed Dec 07 2022(Updated: )
GE CIMPICITY versions 2022 and prior is vulnerable when data from a faulting address controls code flow starting at gmmiObj!CGmmiRootOptionTable, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GE CIMPLICITY | <=2022 | |
| GE CIMPLICITY | <=2022 |
Remedy
GE recommends users refer to the CIMPLICITY Secure Deployment Guide https://digitalsupport.ge.com/communities/en_US/Documentation/CIMPLICITY-Secure-Deployment-Guide2 (login required) for mitigations to the reported vulnerabilities. Specific sections to reference include Section 3.5 Projects and Section 4.2 CimView. For more information about this issue, see the GE Digital Product Security Advisory https://digitalsupport.ge.com/communities/en_US/Article/GE-Digital-Security-Advisory-GED-22-06 (login required). For further questions, users should contact GE https://digitalsupport.ge.com/communities/CC_Contact .
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-3084.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-3084?
The severity of CVE-2022-3084 is high with a value of 7.8.
Which software is affected by CVE-2022-3084?
GE CIMPICITY versions 2022 and prior are affected by CVE-2022-3084.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-3084?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-3084 by using data from a faulting address to control code flow, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-3084?
At the moment, there is no information available about a fix for CVE-2022-3084. It is recommended to follow the guidance provided by the referenced advisory for mitigations and updates.
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