Is CVE-2022-23054 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-23054 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-23054 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-23054 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-23054?

CVE-2022-23054 has a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2022-23054

CWE-79Published: February 20, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

6.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Openmct versions 1.3.0 to 1.7.7 are vulnerable against stored XSS via the “Summary Widget” element, that allows the injection of malicious JavaScript into the ‘URL’ field. This issue affects: nasa openmct 1.7.7 version and prior versions; 1.3.0 version and later versions.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-23054 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.

The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.

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.