CVE-2022-26503
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.68%
Last modified
CVE-2022-26503 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Deserialization of untrusted data in Veeam Agent for Windows 2.0, 2.1, 2.2, 3.0.2, 4.x, and 5.x allows local users to run arbitrary code with local system privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Deserialization of untrusted data in Veeam Agent for Windows 2.0, 2.1, 2.2, 3.0.2, 4.x, and 5.x allows local users to run arbitrary code with local system privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Veeam | Veeam | >= 4.0.0, < 4.0.2.2208 |
| Veeam | Veeam | >= 5.0.0, < 5.0.3.4708 |
| Veeam | Veeam | 2.0 |
| Veeam | Veeam | 2.1 |
| Veeam | Veeam | 2.2 |
| Veeam | Veeam | 3.0.2 |
References
- https://veeam.comVendor Advisory
- https://www.veeam.com/kb4289Vendor Advisory
- https://veeam.comVendor Advisory
- https://www.veeam.com/kb4289Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-26503?
Deserialization of untrusted data in Veeam Agent for Windows 2.0, 2.1, 2.2, 3.0.2, 4.x, and 5.x allows local users to run arbitrary code with local system privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-26503?
CVE-2022-26503 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26503?
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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