CVE-2022-47526
CWE-22Published: May 31, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Fox-IT DataDiode (aka Fox DataDiode) 3.4.3 suffers from a path traversal vulnerability with resultant arbitrary writing of files. A remote attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the downstream node user. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction.
Risk Analysis
Fox-IT DataDiode 3.4.3 is affected by a path traversal vulnerability that allows for arbitrary file writing and remote code execution. This critical flaw is remotely exploitable without user interaction and carries a 9.8 CVSS score.
No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in CISA's KEV.
Users should update to the latest firmware version provided by Fox-IT to remediate this path traversal vulnerability.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-47526 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.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-47526 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts