CVE-2022-40295
MEDIUMCVSS 4.9/10EPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2022-40295 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.9/10 on the CVSS scale. The application was vulnerable to an authenticated information disclosure, allowing administrators to view unsalted user passwords, which could lead to the compromise of plaintext passwords via offline attacks.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The application was vulnerable to an authenticated information disclosure, allowing administrators to view unsalted user passwords, which could lead to the compromise of plaintext passwords via offline attacks.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phppointofsale | Php Point Of Sale | 19.0 |
References
- https://www.themissinglink.com.au/security-advisories/cve-2022-40295Third Party Advisory
- https://www.themissinglink.com.au/security-advisories/cve-2022-40295Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40295?
The application was vulnerable to an authenticated information disclosure, allowing administrators to view unsalted user passwords, which could lead to the compromise of plaintext passwords via offline attacks.
How severe is CVE-2022-40295?
CVE-2022-40295 has a CVSS score of 4.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-40295?
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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