CVE-2022-39033
CWE-22Published: September 28, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Smart eVision’s file acquisition function has a path traversal vulnerability due to insufficient filtering for special characters in the URL parameter. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability to bypass authentication, access restricted paths to download and delete arbitrary system files to disrupt service.
Risk Analysis
Smart eVision contains a path traversal vulnerability in its file acquisition function due to insufficient character filtering. This allows unauthenticated remote attackers to bypass authentication and access, download, or delete arbitrary system files. The CVSS score of 9.8 highlights the critical risk of complete system disruption.
No public exploit is currently known, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Upgrade to the latest version of Smart eVision to resolve the file path filtering issue. Restrict access to the file acquisition function where possible.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-39033 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-2022-39033 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts