Is CVE-2022-32272 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2022-32272, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2022-32272 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-32272 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-32272?

CVE-2022-32272 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-2022-32272

CWE-269Published: June 9, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

OPSWAT MetaDefender Core before 5.1.2, MetaDefender ICAP before 4.12.1, and MetaDefender Email Gateway Security before 5.6.1 have incorrect access control, resulting in privilege escalation.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

OPSWAT MetaDefender products are affected by incorrect access control, which allows for remote privilege escalation. The critical nature of this flaw necessitates immediate attention to prevent unauthorized administrative access.

A proof-of-concept exploit exists for this vulnerability, but it is not currently in the KEV.

Recommended Action

Upgrade MetaDefender Core to 5.1.2, MetaDefender ICAP to 4.12.1, or MetaDefender Email Gateway Security to 5.6.1.

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-2022-32272 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.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2022-32272. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.