Is CVE-2026-23822 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-23822 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-23822 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-23822 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-23822?

CVE-2026-23822 has a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2026-23822

CWE-776Published: May 12, 2026· Updated: May 13, 2026

5.3

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.07%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:21.4th

Official Description

A vulnerability in the XML handling component of AOS-8 DHCP services could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to trigger a denial-of-service condition. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to cause excessive resource consumption upon user interaction, leading to service disruption or reduced availability of the affected system.

NOTE: This vulnerability only impacts Access Points running AOS Instant 8.x.x.x

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-23822 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 5.3.