Is CVE-2022-33002 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-33002 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-33002 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-33002 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-33002?

CVE-2022-33002 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-33002

NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: June 24, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The KGExplore package in PyPI v0.1.1 to v0.1.2 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package. This vulnerability allows attackers to access sensitive user information and digital currency keys, as well as escalate privileges.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The KGExplore package for PyPI contains a malicious code execution backdoor. The critical 9.8 CVSS score reflects the ease of remote exploitation and the potential for full system compromise and data theft.

There is no evidence of public exploitation or inclusion in the CISA KEV catalog.

Recommended Action

Users should remove the affected KGExplore versions and ensure they are using a verified, secure version.

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-2022-33002 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.