CVE-2018-7792 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Schneider Electric's Modicon M221 product is affected by a vulnerability related to Permissions, Privileges, and Access Control, allowing unauthorized individuals to decipher passwords using rainbow tables.

Understanding CVE-2018-7792

This CVE entry highlights a security issue in Schneider Electric's Modicon M221 product.

What is CVE-2018-7792?

The vulnerability in Modicon M221 (all references, all versions before firmware V1.6.2.0) enables unauthorized users to decode passwords using rainbow tables.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7792

Unauthorized individuals can exploit this vulnerability to decipher passwords, potentially compromising system security.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7792

Schneider Electric's Modicon M221 vulnerability is detailed below.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Modicon M221 allows unauthorized access to passwords through rainbow table decryption.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Modicon M221
Versions: All references, all versions prior to firmware V1.6.2.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized users can exploit the vulnerability to decode passwords using rainbow tables.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2018-7792 with the following measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Modicon M221 firmware to version V1.6.2.0 or later.
Implement strong password policies.
Monitor system logs for suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits and assessments.
Train employees on cybersecurity best practices.
Utilize multi-factor authentication where possible.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Schneider Electric.
Apply patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities.