Is CVE-2022-43606 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-43606 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-43606 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-43606 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-43606?

CVE-2022-43606 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2022-43606

CWE-824Published: March 16, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A use-of-uninitialized-pointer vulnerability exists in the Forward Open connection_management_entry functionality of EIP Stack Group OpENer development commit 58ee13c. A specially-crafted EtherNet/IP request can lead to use of a null pointer, causing the server to crash. An attacker can send a series of EtherNet/IP requests to trigger this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-43606 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 availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.