CVE-2022-42971

Description

A CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability exists that could cause remote code execution when the attacker uploads a malicious JSP file. Affected Products: APC Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software (Windows 7, 10, 11 & Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 - Versions prior to V2.5-GA), APC Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software (Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, 2022 - Versions prior to V2.5-GA-01-22261), Schneider Electric Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software (Windows 7, 10, 11 & Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 - Versions prior to V2.5-GS), Schneider Electric Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software (Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, 2022 - Versions prior to V2.5-GS-01-22261)

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 3.22% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory schneider-electric.com
Affected: Schneider Electric APC Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software
Affected: Schneider Electric APC Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software
Affected: Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software
Affected: Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software
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References

Link Tags
https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_SEVD-2022-347-01&p_enDocType=Security+and+Safety+Notice&p_File_Name=SEVD-2022-347-01_Easy_UPS_Online_Monitoring_Software_Security_Notification.pdf patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-42971?
CVE-2022-42971 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-42971?
To fix CVE-2022-42971, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-42971 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-42971 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-42971?
CVE-2022-42971 affects Schneider Electric APC Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software, Schneider Electric APC Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software, Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software, Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Easy UPS Online Monitoring Software.
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