What system was attacked?

The backend of Hydro-Québec's Le Circuit Electrique charging stations.

What can happen if the flaws are used?

Attackers could gain higher access or cause a service shutdown (denial-of-service).

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Hydro-Québec Le Circuit Electrique charging station backend

First publishedJul 12, 13:17 UTC

Last updatedJul 12, 13:17 UTC · 17m ago

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Answer

Vulnerabilities were found in the backend system of Hydro-Québec's Le Circuit Electrique charging stations. These weaknesses could allow attackers to take control or stop the systems from working properly.

Security experts found problems with the software behind Le Circuit Electrique chargers. This system is what runs the electric car charging stations for Hydro-Québec. If these flaws are used, bad actors can gain higher access rights. They could also cause a denial-of-service attack, which means stopping service.

Why it matters

This matters because this system is part of critical transportation infrastructure in Canada. A hack could affect how people charge their electric vehicles.

In brief

What system was attacked?: The backend of Hydro-Québec's Le Circuit Electrique charging stations.
What can happen if the flaws are used?: Attackers could gain higher access or cause a service shutdown (denial-of-service).

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CISAIdentified Improper Access Control, etc.
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CISARated the vulnerability as CVSS v3 9.8 (High).
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The affected sector is specified.
CISAListed Transportation Systems as critical.

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organizationCVSS Vendor Equipment Vulnerabilities organizationExcessive Authentication Attempts organizationHydro-organizationImproper Access Control organizationImproper Restriction organizationInsufficient Session Expiration Background organizationLe Circuit Electrique organizationView CSAF Summary Successful

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