Is CVE-2022-40721 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-40721 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-40721 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-40721 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-40721?

CVE-2022-40721 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-40721

CWE-434Published: October 3, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Arbitrary file upload vulnerability in php uploader

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The CreativeDream file uploader contains an arbitrary file upload vulnerability. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to upload malicious files to the server.

The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity, but there is no known public exploit and it is not in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Restrict file upload types and ensure the application is updated to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

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-2022-40721 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.