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CVE-2022-47112

2.5 · LOW

7-Zip 22.01 does not report an error for certain invalid xz files, involving stream flags and reserved bits.

Published Apr 19, 2025CWE-754EPSS 0.19%

Overview

CVE-2022-47112 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 19, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.5 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.5, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

7-Zip 22.01 does not report an error for certain invalid xz files, involving stream flags and reserved bits. Some later versions are unaffected.

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-2022-47112?

CVE-2022-47112 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 19, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.5 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2022-47112?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.5, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-47112?

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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