Is CVE-2022-40992 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-40992 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-40992 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-40992 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-40992?

CVE-2022-40992 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-40992

CWE-120Published: January 26, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Several stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the DetranCLI command parsing functionality of Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020. A specially-crafted network packet can lead to arbitrary command execution. An attacker can send a sequence of requests to trigger these vulnerabilities.This buffer overflow is in the function that manages the 'no firmwall domain WORD description (WORD|null)' command template.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This is a critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the DetranCLI command parsing of Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD. It can be triggered by sending a sequence of network requests, leading to arbitrary command execution. The 9.8 CVSS score indicates a high risk of total system compromise.

There is no public exploit available, and the vulnerability is not in the KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable over the network.

Recommended Action

Update the device firmware to the latest version available from the manufacturer. Implement network segmentation to limit exposure.

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-2022-40992 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.