CVE-2022-32224
CWE-502Published: December 5, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A possible escalation to RCE vulnerability exists when using YAML serialized columns in Active Record < 7.0.3.1, <6.1.6.1, <6.0.5.1 and <5.2.8.1 which could allow an attacker, that can manipulate data in the database (via means like SQL injection), the ability to escalate to an RCE.
Risk Analysis
Active Record is vulnerable to remote code execution when handling YAML serialized columns, provided an attacker can manipulate database content. This critical flaw allows for full system compromise if exploited.
There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Update Active Record to the latest versions (7.0.3.1, 6.1.6.1, 6.0.5.1, or 5.2.8.1) to patch the YAML serialization issue.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-32224 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.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-502): Insecure deserialization vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious objects during deserialization, potentially enabling remote code execution.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-32224 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts