Improper Authentication Vulnerability in APC Smart-UPS and SmartConnect Products
CVE-2022-0715

9.1CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Schneider Electric
Status
Apc Smart-ups
Smartconnect
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 March 2022

What is CVE-2022-0715?

An improper authentication vulnerability exists within specific APC Smart-UPS and SmartConnect models, allowing unauthorized access that may enable attackers to upload malicious firmware. This occurs if sensitive keys are compromised, leading to potentially undesired changes in UPS behavior. Ensuring proper authentication mechanisms are in place is critical, especially for devices managing power supply.

Affected Version(s)

APC Smart-UPS SMT Series

APC Smart-UPS SMC Series

APC Smart-UPS SCL Series

References

https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/SEVD-2022-067-02/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.1
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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