CVE-2022-38659

Name: CVE-2022-38659
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-12-19T11:15:10.33+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.13%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-38659 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In specific scenarios, on Windows the operator credentials may be encrypted in a manner that is not completely machine-dependent. . EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In specific scenarios, on Windows the operator credentials may be encrypted in a manner that is not completely machine-dependent.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.13%

2.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hcltech	Bigfix Platform	>= 9.5, <= 9.5.20
Hcltech	Bigfix Platform	>= 10, <= 10.0.7

References

https://support.hcltechsw.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0102049Vendor Advisory
https://support.hcltechsw.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0102049Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-38659?

In specific scenarios, on Windows the operator credentials may be encrypted in a manner that is not completely machine-dependent.

How severe is CVE-2022-38659?

CVE-2022-38659 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-38659?

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-2022-38659?

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Source: NVD / NIST