Is CVE-2022-40116 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-40116 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-40116 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-40116 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-40116?

CVE-2022-40116 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-40116

CWE-89Published: September 23, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Online Banking System v1.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the search parameter at /net-banking/beneficiary.php.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the Online Banking System, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary database queries. The critical 9.8 CVSS score reflects the high potential for full system compromise.

No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the KEV database. The flaw is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Update to the latest version of the Online Banking System if available. Implement robust input sanitization to prevent SQL injection attacks.

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-2022-40116 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.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.