Is CVE-2022-41991 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-41991 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-41991 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-41991 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-41991?

CVE-2022-41991 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-41991

CWE-122Published: January 26, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the m2m DELETE_FILE cmd functionality of Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020. A specially-crafted network request can lead to a heap buffer overflow. An attacker can send a network request to trigger this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

A heap-based buffer overflow exists in the DELETE_FILE command functionality of the m2m binary in Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020. This critical vulnerability can be triggered by a crafted network request, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

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

Recommended Action

Update the firmware to the latest version and ensure the device is not exposed to untrusted networks.

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-2022-41991 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.