CVE-2022-1796
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.10%
Last modified
CVE-2022-1796 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use After Free in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 8.2.4979.. EPSS estimates a 1.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use After Free in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 8.2.4979.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vim | Vim | < 8.2.4979 |
References
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/28d032cc688ccfda18c5bbcab8b50aba6e18cde5Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/f6739b58-49f9-4056-a843-bf76bbc1253eExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202208-32Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202305-16Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/28d032cc688ccfda18c5bbcab8b50aba6e18cde5Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/f6739b58-49f9-4056-a843-bf76bbc1253eExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202208-32Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202305-16Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1796?
Use After Free in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 8.2.4979.
How severe is CVE-2022-1796?
CVE-2022-1796 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1796?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2022-1796?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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