Is CVE-2022-36537 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2022-36537 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2022-36537 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2022-36537 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-36537?

CVE-2022-36537 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2022-36537

Published: February 27, 2023

EPSS:93.94%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.9th

Official Description

ZK Framework AuUploader servlets contain an unspecified vulnerability that could allow an attacker to retrieve the content of a file located in the web context. The ZK Framework is an open-source Java framework. This vulnerability can impact multiple products, including but not limited to ConnectWise R1Soft Server Backup Manager.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

ZK Framework AuUploader Unspecified Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2023-02-27Federal patch deadline: 2023-03-20⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

An unspecified vulnerability in ZK Framework AuUploader servlets allows an attacker to retrieve sensitive file content from the web context. The high EPSS score of 0.93942 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, and its presence in CISA's KEV confirms active exploitation.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. It is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Apply the necessary updates for ZK Framework, especially if using products like ConnectWise R1Soft Server Backup Manager, to prevent unauthorized file retrieval.

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-2022-36537 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2022-36537 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.