CVE-2022-32272
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 8.89%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32272 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. OPSWAT MetaDefender Core before 5.1.2, MetaDefender ICAP before 4.12.1, and MetaDefender Email Gateway Security before 5.6.1 have incorrect access control, resulting in privilege escalation.. EPSS estimates a 8.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OPSWAT MetaDefender Core before 5.1.2, MetaDefender ICAP before 4.12.1, and MetaDefender Email Gateway Security before 5.6.1 have incorrect access control, resulting in privilege escalation.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opswat | Metadefender | < 5.1.2 |
References
- https://docs.opswat.com/mdcore/release-notesRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://opswat.comProduct
- https://docs.opswat.com/mdcore/release-notesRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://opswat.comProduct
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32272?
OPSWAT MetaDefender Core before 5.1.2, MetaDefender ICAP before 4.12.1, and MetaDefender Email Gateway Security before 5.6.1 have incorrect access control, resulting in privilege escalation.
How severe is CVE-2022-32272?
CVE-2022-32272 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 8.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32272?
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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