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CVE-2022-22731

6.5 · MEDIUM

A CWE-22: Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability exists in a function that could allow an attacker to create or overwrite critical files that a…

Published Jan 30, 2023CWE-22EPSS 0.78%

Overview

CVE-2022-22731 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 30, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A CWE-22: Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability exists in a function that could allow an attacker to create or overwrite critical files that are used to execute code, such as programs or libraries and cause path traversal attacks. Affected Products: EcoStruxure Power Commission (Versions prior to V2.22)

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-22731?

CVE-2022-22731 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 30, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2022-22731?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-22731?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2022-22731?

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