CVE-2022-40497
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.23%
Last modified
CVE-2022-40497 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Wazuh v3.6.1 - v3.13.5, v4.0.0 - v4.2.7, and v4.3.0 - v4.3.7 were discovered to contain an authenticated remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability via the Active Response endpoint.. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Wazuh v3.6.1 - v3.13.5, v4.0.0 - v4.2.7, and v4.3.0 - v4.3.7 were discovered to contain an authenticated remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability via the Active Response endpoint.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wazuh | Wazuh | >= 3.6.1, <= 3.13.5 |
| Wazuh | Wazuh | >= 4.0.0, <= 4.2.7 |
| Wazuh | Wazuh | >= 4.3.0, <= 4.3.7 |
References
- https://github.com/wazuh/wazuh/pull/14801Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wazuh/wazuh/pull/14801Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40497?
Wazuh v3.6.1 - v3.13.5, v4.0.0 - v4.2.7, and v4.3.0 - v4.3.7 were discovered to contain an authenticated remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability via the Active Response endpoint.
How severe is CVE-2022-40497?
CVE-2022-40497 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-40497?
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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