Is CVE-2022-2291 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-2291 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-2291 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-2291 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-2291?

CVE-2022-2291 has a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2022-2291

CWE-79Published: July 12, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

5.4

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Hotel Management System 2.0. It has been rated as problematic. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /ci_hms/search of the component Search. The manipulation of the argument search with the input "><script>alert("XSS")</script> leads to cross site scripting. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-2291 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-79): Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.