CVE-2022-0715:A CWE-287: Improper Authentication vulnerability exists in Schneider Electric's APC Smart-UPS and SmartConnect products, allowing an attacker to change the behavior of the UPS by uploading malicious firmware if a key is leaked.

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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-0715 affects various models of Schneider Electric's APC Smart-UPS and SmartConnect products. This vulnerability is categorized under CWE-287, which pertains to improper authentication. An attacker who obtains a leaked key could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious firmware, potentially altering the functionality of the UPS devices. The affected product families include SMT, SMC, SCL, SMX, and SRT series for Smart-UPS, as well as SMT, SMC, SMTL, SCL, and SMX series for SmartConnect. Specific versions of these products are listed as vulnerable, with various firmware versions noted as being affected.

Overview

  • CVE ID: CVE-2022-0715
  • Vendor: Schneider Electric
  • Affected Products:
    • APC Smart-UPS:
      • SMT Series
      • SMC Series
      • SCL Series
      • SMX Series
      • SRT Series
    • SmartConnect:
      • SMT Series
      • SMC Series
      • SMTL Series
      • SCL Series
      • SMX Series
  • Vulnerability Type: Improper Authentication (CWE-287)
  • Impact: An attacker could change the behavior of the UPS by uploading malicious firmware if a key is leaked.

Remediation

Users of the affected Schneider Electric products should take immediate action to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability. Recommended steps include:

  1. Firmware Update: Check for and apply any available firmware updates from Schneider Electric that address this vulnerability.
  2. Key Management: Implement strict controls around the management and storage of keys to prevent unauthorized access.
  3. Monitoring: Regularly monitor the UPS devices for any unauthorized changes or suspicious activity.
  4. Consult Documentation: Refer to Schneider Electric's official documentation and security advisories for specific guidance on securing affected products.

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  1. Public Administration: Medium
    Public Administration
  2. Manufacturing: Medium
    Manufacturing
  3. Health Care & Social Assistance: Medium
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  4. Educational Services: Medium
    Educational Services
  5. Transportation & Warehousing: Medium
    Transportation & Warehousing
  6. Retail Trade: Low
    Retail Trade
  7. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  8. Finance and Insurance: Low
    Finance and Insurance
  9. Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  10. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  11. Utilities: Low
    Utilities
  12. Information: Low
    Information
  13. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  14. Management of Companies & Enterprises: Low
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  15. Real Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  16. Accommodation & Food Services: Low
    Accommodation & Food Services
  17. Construction: Low
    Construction
  18. Mining: Low
    Mining
  19. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  20. Wholesale Trade: Low
    Wholesale Trade

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