CVE-2022-1467 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2022-1467 impacting AVEVA InTouch Access Anywhere and Plant SCADA Access Anywhere. Discover its severity, affected versions, and mitigation strategies.
A critical vulnerability, known as CVE-2022-1467, affects AVEVA InTouch Access Anywhere and AVEVA Plant SCADA Access Anywhere. This vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate the Windows OS language bar, potentially leading to an escape from the application into the operating system.
Understanding CVE-2022-1467
This section provides an in-depth look at the impact, technical details, and mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-1467.
What is CVE-2022-1467?
The vulnerability arises from the ability to configure the Windows OS language bar to launch an OS command prompt while using AVEVA applications. Attackers can exploit this to break out of the application environment.
The Impact of CVE-2022-1467
With a CVSS base score of 7.4, this vulnerability poses a high risk. Its low confidentiality and integrity impacts, combined with the ability for remote attackers to trigger the exploit over a network, make it a significant threat.
Technical Details of CVE-2022-1467
Let's delve deeper into the technical aspects of this vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
Windows OS overlay functionality enables the language bar to be used maliciously, leading to an unauthorized command prompt launch.
Affected Systems and Versions
All versions of AVEVA InTouch Access Anywhere and AVEVA Plant SCADA Access Anywhere are affected.
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can manipulate the Windows OS language bar to run arbitrary commands, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the underlying system.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting against CVE-2022-1467 requires immediate action and long-term security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
AVEVA recommends disabling the Windows language bar, creating unique user accounts with restricted privileges, utilizing OS group policies, and following Microsoft's block lists.
Long-Term Security Practices
Implement strict access controls, monitor for unusual behavior, and regularly update security configurations to reduce the risk of similar vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Stay informed about security bulletins like AVEVA-2022-001 for the latest information and security updates.