CVE-2022-35871: (Pwn2Own) Inductive Automation Ignition Missing Authentication for Critical Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jul 25, 2022
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Inductive Automation Ignition 8.1.15 (b2022030114). Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the authenticateAdSso method. The issue results from the lack of authentication prior to allowing the execution of python code. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-17206.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Inductive Automation Ignition. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the authenticateAdSso method. The issue results from the lack of authentication prior to allowing the execution of python code. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM.

ZDI

Affected Software

2 affected components
inductiveautomation Ignition=8.1.15
Inductive Automation Ignition

Event History

Jul 25, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 28, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:08 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-35871?

CVE-2022-35871 is considered high severity due to its capability to allow remote code execution without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-35871?

To fix CVE-2022-35871, upgrade to the latest version of Inductive Automation Ignition that contains the security patch.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2022-35871?

All installations of Inductive Automation Ignition version 8.1.15 are affected by CVE-2022-35871.

4

Can CVE-2022-35871 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-35871 can be exploited remotely without requiring authentication.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-35871?

CVE-2022-35871 is a remote code execution vulnerability.

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