CVE-2022-27816
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.49%
Last modified
CVE-2022-27816 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. SWHKD 1.1.5 unsafely uses the /tmp/swhks.pid pathname. There can be data loss or a denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
SWHKD 1.1.5 unsafely uses the /tmp/swhks.pid pathname. There can be data loss or a denial of service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Waycrate | Swhkd | 1.1.5 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/04/14/1Exploit, Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/waycrate/swhkd/commit/0b620a09605afb815c6d8d8953bbb7a10a8c0575Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/waycrate/swhkd/releasesRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/04/14/1Exploit, Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/waycrate/swhkd/commit/0b620a09605afb815c6d8d8953bbb7a10a8c0575Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/waycrate/swhkd/releasesRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-27816?
SWHKD 1.1.5 unsafely uses the /tmp/swhks.pid pathname. There can be data loss or a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2022-27816?
CVE-2022-27816 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27816?
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-2022-27816?
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