CVE-2022-2522
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.54%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2522 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.0061.. EPSS estimates a 0.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.0061.
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 | < 9.0.0061 |
References
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/5fa9f23a63651a8abdb074b4fc2ec9b1adc6b089Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/b9e717367c395490149495cf375911b5d9de889ePatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/3a2d83af-9542-4d93-8784-98b115135a22Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/3a2d83af-9542-4d93-8784-98b115135a22/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/5fa9f23a63651a8abdb074b4fc2ec9b1adc6b089Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/b9e717367c395490149495cf375911b5d9de889ePatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/3a2d83af-9542-4d93-8784-98b115135a22Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/3a2d83af-9542-4d93-8784-98b115135a22/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2522?
Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.0061.
How severe is CVE-2022-2522?
CVE-2022-2522 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2522?
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.
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