Is CVE-2022-40752 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-40752 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-40752 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-40752 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-40752?

CVE-2022-40752 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-40752

CWE-77Published: November 16, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

IBM InfoSphere DataStage 11.7 is vulnerable to a command injection vulnerability due to improper neutralization of special elements. IBM X-Force ID: 236687.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

IBM InfoSphere DataStage 11.7 contains a command injection vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. Given the 9.8 CVSS score, this represents a severe risk to the confidentiality and integrity of the host system.

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

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security patches or updates provided by IBM for InfoSphere Information Server. Ensure the system is hardened against unauthorized command execution.

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-2022-40752 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.