CVE-2022-3700
MEDIUMCVSS 6.3/10EPSS 0.10%
Last modified
CVE-2022-3700 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A Time of Check Time of Use (TOCTOU) vulnerability was reported in the Lenovo Vantage SystemUpdate Plugin version 2.0.0.212 and earlier that could allow a local attacker to delete arbitrary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Time of Check Time of Use (TOCTOU) vulnerability was reported in the Lenovo Vantage SystemUpdate Plugin version 2.0.0.212 and earlier that could allow a local attacker to delete arbitrary files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lenovo | System Update Plugin | < 2.0.0.213 |
| Lenovo | Hardware Scan Plugin | < 1.3.1.2 |
| Lenovo | Hardware Scan Addin | < 2.4.1.1 |
References
- https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-94532Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-94532Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-3700?
A Time of Check Time of Use (TOCTOU) vulnerability was reported in the Lenovo Vantage SystemUpdate Plugin version 2.0.0.212 and earlier that could allow a local attacker to delete arbitrary files.
How severe is CVE-2022-3700?
CVE-2022-3700 has a CVSS score of 6.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-3700?
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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