Is CVE-2022-41648 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-41648 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-41648 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-41648 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-41648?

CVE-2022-41648 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-41648

CWE-1188Published: October 28, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The HEIDENHAIN Controller TNC 640 NC software Version 340590 07 SP5, is vulnerable to improper authentication in its DNC communication for CNC machines. Authentication is not enabled by default for DNC communication. This vulnerability may allow an attacker to deny service on the production line, steal sensitive data from the production line, and alter any products created by the production line. Note: CNC machines running the TNC 640 controller require DNC to be enabled for DNC communication to be present.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-41648 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.