CVE-2022-27518
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 6.93%
Last modified
CVE-2022-27518 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Unauthenticated remote arbitrary code execution. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 6.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unauthenticated remote arbitrary code execution
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix | Application Delivery Controller Firmware | >= 12.1, < 12.1-55.291 |
| Citrix | Application Delivery Controller Firmware | >= 12.1, < 12.1-65.25 |
| Citrix | Application Delivery Controller Firmware | >= 13.0, < 13.0-58.32 |
| Citrix | Gateway Firmware | >= 12.1, < 12.1-65.25 |
| Citrix | Gateway Firmware | >= 13.0, < 13.0-58.32 |
References
- https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX474995Vendor Advisory
- https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX474995Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2022-27518US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-27518?
Unauthenticated remote arbitrary code execution
How severe is CVE-2022-27518?
CVE-2022-27518 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 6.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27518?
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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