CVE-2022-46680 : What You Need to Know

A CWE-319 vulnerability has been identified in Schneider Electric's PowerLogic ION and Legacy ION products. This vulnerability could lead to the disclosure of sensitive information, denial of service, or data modification if malicious network traffic interception occurs.

Understanding CVE-2022-46680

This section delves into the details of the CVE-2022-46680 vulnerability.

What is CVE-2022-46680?

CVE-2022-46680 is a CWE-319 vulnerability related to cleartext transmission of sensitive information in Schneider Electric's PowerLogic ION and Legacy ION products. It poses a risk of exposing sensitive data, disrupting services, or tampering with information if intercepted by an attacker.

The Impact of CVE-2022-46680

The impact of CVE-2022-46680 is deemed high, with a CVSS v3.1 base severity score of 8.8. The vulnerability's attack vector is through the network, with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No special privileges are required for exploitation, but user interaction is necessary.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-46680

In this section, we explore the technical aspects of the CVE-2022-46680 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability involves the cleartext transmission of sensitive information, making it susceptible to interception, potentially resulting in various security breaches.

Affected Systems and Versions

The following Schneider Electric products are affected:

PowerLogic ION9000 (Versions prior to 4.0.0)
PowerLogic ION7400 (Versions prior to 4.0.0)
PowerLogic PM8000 (Versions prior to 4.0.0)
PowerLogic ION8650 (All versions)
PowerLogic ION8800 (All versions)
Legacy ION products (All versions)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by intercepting network traffic, allowing attackers to access sensitive information, disrupt services, or manipulate data.

Mitigation and Prevention

Discover how to mitigate and prevent the risks associated with CVE-2022-46680.

Immediate Steps to Take

Immediately take steps to monitor network traffic, enforce encryption mechanisms, and apply security patches to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement data encryption protocols, conduct regular security audits, and provide employee training on cybersecurity best practices to enhance long-term security.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Schneider Electric and promptly apply patches to address the CVE-2022-46680 vulnerability.