QID 591379

Date Published: 2023-03-27

QID 591379: LS ELECTRIC XG5000 Inadequate Encryption Strength Vulnerability (ICSA-22-228-02)

AFFECTED PRODUCTS
The following versions of XG5000, a PLC programming software, are affected: LS ELECTRIC XG5000: All versions prior to V4.0

QID Detection Logic (Authenticated)
QID checks for the Vulnerable version using windows registry keys

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to decrypt credentials and gain full access to the affected programmable logic controller (PLC).

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.9 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 7.8 severity.
  • Solution

    Customers are advised to refer to Schneider Electric MITIGATIONS section ICSA-22-228-02 for affected packages and patching details.

    Vendor References

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    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    ICSA-22-228-02 URL Logo www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-228-02