CVE-2022-2641 Hardcoded credentials in Remote Compact Controller (RCC) 972
Static encryption key in Horner RCC 972 allows attackers to execute code, modify settings, or cause denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2022-2641?
CVE-2022-2641 is a critical vulnerability in Horner Automation Remote Compact Controller (RCC) 972, published on 12 Dec 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Horner Automation’s RCC 972 with firmware version 15.40 has a static encryption key on the device. This could allow an attacker to perform unauthorized changes to the device, remotely execute arbitrary code, or cause a denial-of-service condition.
Weakness: CWE-321
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-2641?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Hornerautomation Rcc972 Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2641?
No fix has been published for CVE-2022-2641 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2022-2641 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-2641 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Horner Automation Remote Compact Controller (RCC) 972
Sources
Also known as GHSA-r89f-2wvr-q3c7.