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CVE-2022-42891

7.5 · HIGH

A vulnerability has been identified in syngo Dynamics (All versions < VA40G HF01).

Published Nov 17, 2022CWE-73EPSS 0.58%

Overview

CVE-2022-42891 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 17, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A vulnerability has been identified in syngo Dynamics (All versions < VA40G HF01). syngo Dynamics application server hosts a web service using an operation with improper write access control that could allow to write data in any folder accessible to the account assigned to the website’s application pool.

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-2022-42891?

CVE-2022-42891 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 17, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2022-42891?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-42891?

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.

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