PatchTheCVECVE-2022-1667: Client-side JavaScript controls may be bypassed by directly running a JS function to reboot the PLC (e.g., fro
CVE-2022-1667 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting sepcos control and protection relay firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Client-side JavaScript controls may be bypassed by directly running a JS function to reboot the PLC (e.g., from the browser console) or by loading the corresponding, browser accessible PHP script
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 30%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-841 |
| Published | 2022-06-24 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2022-1667?
sepcos control and protection relay firmware: upgrade to 1.23.21, 1.24.8, 1.25.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-1667 being exploited?
CVE-2022-1667 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2022-1667 affect?
CVE-2022-1667 affects sepcos control and protection relay firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Client-side JavaScript controls may be bypassed by directly running a JS function to reboot the PLC (e.g., from the browser console) or by loading the corresponding, browser accessible PHP script
How urgent is CVE-2022-1667?
Priority 49/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
Software pages
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