CVE-2022-42197
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.56%
Last modified
CVE-2022-42197 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In Simple Exam Reviewer Management System v1.0 the User List function has improper access control that allows low privileged users to modify user permissions to higher privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Simple Exam Reviewer Management System v1.0 the User List function has improper access control that allows low privileged users to modify user permissions to higher privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Exam Reviewer Management System Project | Simple Exam Reviewer Management System | 1.0 |
References
- https://github.com/ciph0x01/Simple-Exam-Reviewer-Management-System-CVE/blob/main/CVE-2022-42197.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ciph0x01/Simple-Exam-Reviewer-Management-System-CVE/blob/main/CVE-2022-42197.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-42197?
In Simple Exam Reviewer Management System v1.0 the User List function has improper access control that allows low privileged users to modify user permissions to higher privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-42197?
CVE-2022-42197 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-42197?
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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