Is CVE-2022-45481 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-45481 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-45481 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-45481 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-45481?

CVE-2022-45481 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-45481

CWE-306Published: December 5, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The default configuration of Lazy Mouse does not require a password, allowing remote unauthenticated users to execute arbitrary code with no prior authorization or authentication. CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Lazy Mouse is configured by default without authentication, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This critical vulnerability provides an easy entry point for full system compromise.

No public exploit is known for this issue, and it is not in the CISA KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Configure strong authentication for Lazy Mouse immediately and restrict network access to the service.

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-2022-45481 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.