CVE-2022-35873: (Pwn2Own) Inductive Automation Ignition ZIP File Insufficient UI Warning 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). User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of ZIP files. Crafted data in a ZIP file can cause the application to execute arbitrary Python scripts. The user interface fails to provide sufficient indication of the hazard. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-16949.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Inductive Automation Ignition. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of ZIP files. Crafted data in a ZIP file can cause the application to execute arbitrary Python scripts. The user interface fails to provide sufficient indication of the hazard. 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·06:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 28, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:08 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-35873?

CVE-2022-35873 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-35873?

To fix CVE-2022-35873, update Inductive Automation Ignition to version 8.1.16 or later.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2022-35873?

CVE-2022-35873 can be exploited through malicious files or web pages that the user interacts with.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-35873?

Yes, user interaction is required for the exploitation of CVE-2022-35873.

5

Which software is affected by CVE-2022-35873?

CVE-2022-35873 affects the Inductive Automation Ignition version 8.1.15.

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