CVE-2022-1370 : What You Need to Know

Delta Electronics DIAEnergie software, versions prior to 1.8.02.004, has a critical blind SQL injection vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries, modify database contents, and run system commands.

Understanding CVE-2022-1370

This CVE refers to a blind SQL injection vulnerability in Delta Electronics DIAEnergie software.

What is CVE-2022-1370?

Delta Electronics DIAEnergie, versions before 1.8.02.004, is susceptible to a blind SQL injection flaw in ReadREGbyID, enabling unauthorized SQL query execution and potential compromise of sensitive data.

The Impact of CVE-2022-1370

With a CVSS base score of 9.8 (Critical), this vulnerability poses a high risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems, without requiring any user privileges for exploitation.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-1370

This section delves into the specifics of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The blind SQL injection issue in Delta Electronics DIAEnergie software allows attackers to manipulate databases and execute system commands.

Affected Systems and Versions

All versions of Delta Electronics DIAEnergie prior to 1.8.02.004 are impacted by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited over the network without the need for user interaction, with an attack complexity rated as low.

Mitigation and Prevention

To safeguard systems from CVE-2022-1370, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Minimize network exposure for control system devices
Ensure devices are not accessible from the Internet
Utilize firewalls to isolate control system networks
Deploy application firewalls to detect attacks
Avoid connecting programming software to unauthorized networks
Use secure methods like VPNs for remote access

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and apply patches as soon as they are available to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Delta Electronics has released a fix in Version 1.08.02.004. Contact Delta customer service for access or await the public release on June 30, 2022 to address this vulnerability.