CVE-2022-43724

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SICAM PAS/PQS (All versions < V7.0). Affected software transmits the database credentials for the inbuilt SQL server in cleartext. In combination with the by default enabled xp_cmdshell feature unauthenticated remote attackers could execute custom OS commands. At the time of assigning the CVE, the affected firmware version of the component has already been superseded by succeeding mainline versions.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.35%
Vendor Advisory siemens.com
Affected: Siemens SICAM PAS/PQS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-849072.pdf patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-43724?
CVE-2022-43724 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-43724?
To fix CVE-2022-43724, 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-2022-43724 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-43724 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-43724?
CVE-2022-43724 affects Siemens SICAM PAS/PQS.
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