CVE-2022-2188
CVE-2022-2188 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mcafee Data Exchange Layer with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-732.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (4th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-732
- Affected product: Mcafee Data Exchange Layer
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Description
Privilege escalation vulnerability in DXL Broker for Windows prior to 6.0.0.280 allows local users to gain elevated privileges by exploiting weak directory controls in the logs directory. This can lead to a denial-of-service attack on the DXL Broker.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-2188?
- Privilege escalation vulnerability in DXL Broker for Windows prior to 6.0.0.280 allows local users to gain elevated privileges by exploiting weak directory controls in the logs directory. This can lead to a denial-of-service attack on the DXL Broker.
- How severe is CVE-2022-2188?
- CVE-2022-2188 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2022-2188 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-2188?
- CVE-2022-2188 affects Mcafee Data Exchange Layer. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-2188?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2022-2188 published?
- CVE-2022-2188 was published on 2022-11-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:data_exchange_layer:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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