CVE-2022-45085 in Energy and Control Systems Smartpower Web
Summary
by MITRE • 02/12/2023
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Group Arge Energy and Control Systems Smartpower Web allows : Server Side Request Forgery.
This issue affects Smartpower Web: before 23.01.01.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/18/2026
The Server-Side Request Forgery vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-45085 represents a critical security flaw within the Group Arge Energy and Control Systems Smartpower Web platform. This vulnerability specifically impacts versions prior to 23.01.01 and allows malicious actors to manipulate the server's behavior by making unauthorized requests to internal or external systems. The flaw occurs when the application fails to properly validate and sanitize user-supplied input that is subsequently used to construct HTTP requests to other systems. The vulnerability exists in the web application's handling of requests that should remain isolated within the server environment, creating an attack surface where an adversary can potentially access internal network resources that would normally be protected by network segmentation. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-918, which specifically addresses Server-Side Request Forgery in the context of web applications. The security implications extend beyond simple data exfiltration as this flaw can enable attackers to perform reconnaissance on internal systems, potentially leading to further exploitation opportunities. The Smartpower Web platform, designed for energy and control systems management, becomes particularly vulnerable when attackers can leverage this SSRF flaw to access backend services or internal APIs that may contain sensitive operational data or control mechanisms.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the web application's request processing logic. When users submit data through web forms or API endpoints, the application constructs server-side requests to other services without proper verification of destination URLs or request parameters. Attackers can manipulate these parameters to redirect requests to internal systems such as localhost, private network addresses, or other internal services that are not intended to be accessible from the external interface. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it can be exploited to bypass network security controls that typically protect internal systems from external access. An attacker might use this flaw to access internal databases, management interfaces, or other critical infrastructure components that are normally shielded by firewalls and network segmentation. The attack vector can be particularly sophisticated as it allows for blind SSRF techniques where the attacker can indirectly observe responses from internal systems, potentially leading to information disclosure or further exploitation of internal services that may be running on non-standard ports or using different authentication mechanisms than those exposed externally.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond immediate data compromise to potentially disrupt critical energy and control systems that rely on the Smartpower Web platform. Organizations using affected versions of the software face significant risks including unauthorized access to operational technology systems, potential disruption of energy management processes, and exposure of sensitive control system information. The vulnerability can enable attackers to perform lateral movement within networks, potentially accessing other systems that may be running critical infrastructure applications. This risk is particularly elevated in industrial control environments where the integration of IT and OT systems creates complex attack surfaces. Security teams must consider that this vulnerability can be leveraged as a stepping stone for more sophisticated attacks, including those targeting the broader industrial control system ecosystem. The potential for cascading effects means that a successful exploitation could impact not just the immediate application but entire operational environments that depend on the Smartpower Web platform for energy management and monitoring functions.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-45085 should prioritize immediate remediation through the application of the vendor-provided security update version 23.01.01 or later. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation mechanisms that strictly control and sanitize all user-supplied data before it is used in constructing server-side requests. Network segmentation and firewall rules should be reviewed to ensure that internal systems are not directly accessible from the web application layer, reducing the potential impact of successful exploitation attempts. The implementation of web application firewalls and request filtering mechanisms can provide additional layers of protection by blocking suspicious patterns in HTTP requests. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual request patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts, particularly those involving localhost or private IP address ranges. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities within the broader application ecosystem. Organizations should also consider implementing principle of least privilege controls for the web application, ensuring that it only has access to necessary resources and that internal service access is properly restricted. The vulnerability's classification under the ATT&CK framework as a Server-Side Request Forgery technique highlights the need for defensive measures that address the broader category of application-level attacks targeting web infrastructure. Regular vulnerability scanning and security awareness training for development teams can help prevent similar issues from arising in future software releases.