Is CVE-2022-41080 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2022-41080 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2022-41080 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2022-41080 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-41080?

CVE-2022-41080 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2022-41080

Published: January 10, 2023

EPSS:93.80%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.9th

Official Description

Microsoft Exchange Server contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation. This vulnerability is chainable with CVE-2022-41082, which allows for remote code execution.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Exchange Server Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Microsoft Exchange Server contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation. This vulnerability is chainable with CVE-2022-41082, which allows for remote code execution.

Added to KEV: 2023-01-10Federal patch deadline: 2023-01-31⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Server allows for privilege escalation and can be chained with CVE-2022-41082 for remote code execution. The high EPSS score of 0.93795 indicates a significant likelihood of exploitation, and its presence in the KEV catalog confirms active exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild, often chained with CVE-2022-41082 for remote code execution. It allows for privilege escalation on affected Exchange Servers.

Recommended Action

Organizations should apply the latest security updates and patches for Microsoft Exchange Server. Implement network segmentation and least privilege principles to limit potential impact.

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-2022-41080 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2022-41080 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.