Is CVE-2022-4229 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-4229 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-4229 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-4229 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-4229?

CVE-2022-4229 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-4229

CWE-284Published: November 30, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SourceCodester Book Store Management System 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /bsms_ci/index.php. The manipulation leads to improper access controls. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-214588.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The Book Store Management System 1.0 contains a critical vulnerability related to improper access controls. This allows remote attackers to bypass security, resulting in a 9.8 CVSS score.

The exploit has been publicly disclosed, but it is not in the KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Apply security patches or upgrade the Book Store Management System to a version that enforces proper access controls.

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-2022-4229 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.