CVE-2022-22374

CVE-2022-22374 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Ibm Power 9 Ac922 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The BMC (IBM Power 9 AC922 OP910, OP920, OP930, and OP940) may be subject to a firmware downgrade attack which may affect its ability to operate its host. IBM X-Force ID: 221442.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-22374?
The BMC (IBM Power 9 AC922 OP910, OP920, OP930, and OP940) may be subject to a firmware downgrade attack which may affect its ability to operate its host. IBM X-Force ID: 221442.
How severe is CVE-2022-22374?
CVE-2022-22374 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-22374 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-22374?
CVE-2022-22374 primarily affects Ibm Power 9 Ac922 Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22374?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2022-22374 published?
CVE-2022-22374 was published on 2022-03-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)