Is CVE-2022-48079 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-48079 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-48079 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-48079 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-48079?

CVE-2022-48079 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-48079

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: February 2, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Monnai aaPanel host system v1.5 contains an access control issue which allows attackers to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted PHP file to the virtual host directory of the system.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Monnai aaPanel host system v1.5 has an access control flaw that allows attackers to upload malicious PHP files. This critical vulnerability enables remote attackers to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code on the host.

No public exploit is known, and it is not in CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Upgrade the aaPanel host system to a version beyond 1.5 and restrict file upload permissions.

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-2022-48079 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.