CVE-2022-32974
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.70%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32974 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An authenticated attacker could read arbitrary files from the underlying operating system of the scanner using a custom crafted compliance audit file without providing any valid SSH credentials.. EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An authenticated attacker could read arbitrary files from the underlying operating system of the scanner using a custom crafted compliance audit file without providing any valid SSH credentials.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable | Nessus | < 10.2.0 |
References
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2022-11Vendor Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2022-11Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32974?
An authenticated attacker could read arbitrary files from the underlying operating system of the scanner using a custom crafted compliance audit file without providing any valid SSH credentials.
How severe is CVE-2022-32974?
CVE-2022-32974 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32974?
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-2022-32974?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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