CVE-2022-29499
Published: June 27, 2022
Official Description
The Service Appliance component in Mitel MiVoice Connect allows remote code execution due to incorrect data validation.
CISA KEV Advisory
Mitel MiVoice Connect Data Validation Vulnerability
The Service Appliance component in Mitel MiVoice Connect allows remote code execution due to incorrect data validation.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
The Service Appliance component in Mitel MiVoice Connect is vulnerable to remote code execution due to improper data validation. This high-severity flaw, with an EPSS score of 0.88617 and confirmed exploitation in the wild, presents a critical risk, allowing attackers to take full control of affected systems.
This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's KEV catalog. The remote code execution capability suggests it is remotely exploitable.
Apply the latest security updates and patches for Mitel MiVoice Connect Service Appliance. Restrict network access to the Service Appliance and monitor for any unusual activity.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-29499 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-2022-29499 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.
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-29499 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1