CVE-2022-32744
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.96%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32744 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A flaw was found in Samba. The KDC accepts kpasswd requests encrypted with any key known to it. EPSS estimates a 0.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A flaw was found in Samba. The KDC accepts kpasswd requests encrypted with any key known to it. By encrypting forged kpasswd requests with its own key, a user can change other users' passwords, enabling full domain takeover.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samba | Samba | >= 4.3.0, < 4.14.14 |
| Samba | Samba | >= 4.15.0, < 4.15.9 |
| Samba | Samba | >= 4.16.0, < 4.16.4 |
References
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32744?
A flaw was found in Samba. The KDC accepts kpasswd requests encrypted with any key known to it. By encrypting forged kpasswd requests with its own key, a user can change other users' passwords, enabling full domain takeover.
How severe is CVE-2022-32744?
CVE-2022-32744 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32744?
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-2022-32744?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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