Is CVE-2022-45553 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-45553 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-45553 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-45553 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-45553?

CVE-2022-45553 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-45553

NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: March 3, 2023· Updated: Jul 9, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue discovered in Shenzhen Zhibotong Electronics WBT WE1626 Router v 21.06.18 allows attacker to execute arbitrary commands via serial connection to the UART port.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Shenzhen Zhibotong WE1626 routers (v21.06.18) allow arbitrary command execution via the serial UART port. This critical vulnerability is remotely exploitable and poses a significant risk to device security.

No public exploit is known for this vulnerability, and it is not listed in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Upgrade to the latest firmware version and physically secure the device to prevent unauthorized access to the UART port.

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-2022-45553 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.