CVE-2022-38220
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.68%
Last modified
CVE-2022-38220 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An XSS vulnerability exists within Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA) through 12.1 that may allow remote injection of arbitrary web script or HTML.. EPSS estimates a 0.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An XSS vulnerability exists within Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA) through 12.1 that may allow remote injection of arbitrary web script or HTML.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Quest | Kace Systems Management Appliance | <= 12.1 |
References
- https://support.quest.com/kb/339613Broken Link
- https://support.quest.com/kb/339613Broken Link
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-38220?
An XSS vulnerability exists within Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA) through 12.1 that may allow remote injection of arbitrary web script or HTML.
How severe is CVE-2022-38220?
CVE-2022-38220 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38220?
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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