Is CVE-2022-22948 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2022-22948 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2022-22948 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2022-22948 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-22948?

CVE-2022-22948 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2022-22948

Published: July 17, 2024

EPSS:26.50%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:96.2th

Official Description

VMware vCenter Server contains an incorrect default file permissions vulnerability that allows a remote, privileged attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

VMware vCenter Server Incorrect Default File Permissions Vulnerability

VMware vCenter Server contains an incorrect default file permissions vulnerability that allows a remote, privileged attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

Added to KEV: 2024-07-17Federal patch deadline: 2024-08-07

Required Action (CISA)

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Risk Analysis

VMware vCenter Server has an incorrect default file permissions vulnerability, allowing a remote, privileged attacker to access sensitive information. The high EPSS score and its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog indicate that this vulnerability is actively exploited and has a high probability of being targeted.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild. Exploitation requires a remote, privileged attacker.

Recommended Action

Administrators should apply the latest security patches for VMware vCenter Server. Review and enforce proper file permissions on vCenter Server installations.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-22948 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2022-22948 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.