Is CVE-2022-28497 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-28497 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-28497 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-28497 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-28497?

CVE-2022-28497 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-28497

CWE-77Published: March 23, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

TOTOLink outdoor CPE CP900 V6.3c.566_B20171026 is discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the mtd_write_bootloader function via the filename parameter. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted request.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

TOTOLink outdoor CPE CP900 firmware contains a critical command injection vulnerability in the bootloader write function. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands, warranting a 9.8 CVSS score.

No public exploit is known for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The flaw is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Update the device firmware to the latest version provided by the manufacturer.

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-2022-28497 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.