Is CVE-2022-32962 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-32962 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-32962 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2022-32962 requires physical access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-32962?

CVE-2022-32962 has a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2022-32962

CWE-415Published: July 20, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

6.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

HiCOS’ client-side citizen certificate component has a double free vulnerability. An unauthenticated physical attacker can exploit this vulnerability to corrupt memory and execute arbitrary code, manipulate system data or terminate service.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-32962 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

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 6.8.