Is CVE-2022-2804 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-2804 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-2804 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-2804 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-2804?

CVE-2022-2804 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-2804

CWE-434Published: August 12, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Zoo Management System. It has been classified as critical. Affected is an unknown function of the file /pages/apply_vacancy.php. The manipulation of the argument filename leads to unrestricted upload. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-206250 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The Zoo Management System contains an unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the apply_vacancy.php file. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to upload malicious files, potentially leading to code execution.

The exploit has been disclosed publicly, but it is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Implement strict file type validation and rename uploaded files to prevent execution on the server.

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-2022-2804 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.