CVE-2022-35912
NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: July 19, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
In grails-databinding in Grails before 3.3.15, 4.x before 4.1.1, 5.x before 5.1.9, and 5.2.x before 5.2.1 (at least when certain Java 8 configurations are used), data binding allows a remote attacker to execute code by gaining access to the class loader.
Risk Analysis
Grails data-binding allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by accessing the class loader. This critical vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating a high potential for total system compromise.
There is no public exploit known, and it is not in the KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Upgrade to the latest versions of Grails (3.3.15, 4.1.1, 5.1.9, or 5.2.1) to address the data-binding security flaw.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-35912 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.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-35912 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts