CVE-2022-22138

CVE-2022-22138 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fast String Search Project Fast String Search with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-682.

Key facts

Description

All versions of package fast-string-search are vulnerable to Denial of Service (DoS) when computations are incorrect for non-string inputs. One can cause the V8 to attempt reading from non-permitted locations and cause a segmentation fault due to the violation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-22138?
All versions of package fast-string-search are vulnerable to Denial of Service (DoS) when computations are incorrect for non-string inputs. One can cause the V8 to attempt reading from non-permitted locations and cause a segmentation fault due to the violation.
How severe is CVE-2022-22138?
CVE-2022-22138 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-22138 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-22138?
CVE-2022-22138 affects Fast String Search Project Fast String Search. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22138?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2022-22138 published?
CVE-2022-22138 was published on 2022-06-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

More vulnerabilities in Fast String Search Project Fast String Search

All CVEs affecting Fast String Search Project Fast String Search →

Other CWE-682 vulnerabilities

Browse all CWE-682 vulnerabilities →