CVE-2022-24287

CVE-2022-24287 is a high-severity vulnerability in Siemens Simatic Pcs 7 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-1188.

Key facts

• Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
• CVSS v2: 4.6
• EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (14th percentile)
• Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
• Weakness: CWE-1188
• Affected product: Siemens Simatic Pcs 7
• Published: 2022-05-20
• Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.2 (All versions), SIMATIC PCS 7 V9.0 (All versions < V9.0 SP3 UC06), SIMATIC PCS 7 V9.1 (All versions < V9.1 SP1 UC01), SIMATIC WinCC Runtime Professional V16 and earlier (All versions), SIMATIC WinCC Runtime Professional V17 (All versions < V17 Upd4), SIMATIC WinCC V7.3 (All versions), SIMATIC WinCC V7.4 (All versions < V7.4 SP1 Update 21), SIMATIC WinCC V7.5 (All versions < V7.5 SP2 Update 8). A missing printer configuration on the host could allow an authenticated attacker to escape the WinCC Kiosk Mode.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-24287?

A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.2 (All versions), SIMATIC PCS 7 V9.0 (All versions < V9.0 SP3 UC06), SIMATIC PCS 7 V9.1 (All versions < V9.1 SP1 UC01), SIMATIC WinCC Runtime Professional V16 and earlier (All versions), SIMATIC WinCC Runtime Professional V17 (All versions < V17 Upd4), SIMATIC WinCC V7.3 (All versions), SIMATIC WinCC V7.4 (All versions < V7.4 SP1 Update 21), SIMATIC WinCC V7.5 (All versions < V7.5 SP2 Update 8). A missing printer configuration on the host could allow an authenticated attacker to escape the WinCC Kiosk Mode.

How severe is CVE-2022-24287?

CVE-2022-24287 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2022-24287 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (14th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-24287?

CVE-2022-24287 primarily affects Siemens Simatic Pcs 7. In total, 17 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-24287?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2022-24287 published?

CVE-2022-24287 was published on 2022-05-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

• https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-363107.pdf

Affected products (17)

• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_pcs_7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_pcs_7:9.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp1_update1:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp1_update2:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp2_update1:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp2_update2:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp2_update3:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp2_update4:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp2_update5:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp2_update6:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc:7.5:sp2_update7:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc_runtime_professional:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc_runtime_professional:17:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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