MEDIUM
CVE-2022-2179
CWE-1021Published: July 20, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
6.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
The X-Frame-Options header in Rockwell Automation MicroLogix 1100/1400 Versions 21.007 and prior is not configured in the HTTP response, which could allow clickjacking attacks.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-2179 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
A successful exploit results in full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 6.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionRequired
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
rockwellautomation4 product(s)
micrologix 1100 firmwaremicrologix 1100micrologix 1400 firmwaremicrologix 1400
Source: NVD CPE · 4 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1135994Permissions Required · Vendor Advisory
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https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-188-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/1135994Permissions Required · Vendor Advisory
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https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-188-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2022-2179
CVSS Score6.5 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-1021
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJul 20, 2022
Related CVEs (CWE-1021)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-2179 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.