CVE-2022-23770
CWE-20Published: October 17, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
This vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute remote commands with improper validation of parameters of certain API constructors. Remote attackers could use this vulnerability to execute malicious commands such as directory traversal.
Risk Analysis
WISA Smart Wing CMS and the Linux kernel are affected by a vulnerability involving improper validation of API constructor parameters. This can allow remote attackers to execute malicious commands, including directory traversal.
No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Apply security patches provided by the respective vendors for WISA Smart Wing CMS and the Linux kernel. Ensure all API inputs are strictly validated.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-23770 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-23770 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts