Is CVE-2022-33259 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-33259 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-33259 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-33259 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-33259?

CVE-2022-33259 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-33259

CWE-120Published: April 13, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Memory corruption due to buffer copy without checking the size of input in modem while decoding raw SMS received.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Qualcomm modem firmware contains a memory corruption vulnerability caused by improper size checking when decoding raw SMS messages. This critical flaw could allow remote attackers to cause a crash or execute arbitrary code.

No public exploit is known, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Apply firmware updates provided by the device manufacturer. Ensure modem software is kept up to date.

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-2022-33259 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.