CVE-2022-22719

CVE-2022-22719 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Http Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 70% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-665.

Key facts

Description

A carefully crafted request body can cause a read to a random memory area which could cause the process to crash. This issue affects Apache HTTP Server 2.4.52 and earlier.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-22719?
A carefully crafted request body can cause a read to a random memory area which could cause the process to crash. This issue affects Apache HTTP Server 2.4.52 and earlier.
How severe is CVE-2022-22719?
CVE-2022-22719 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-2022-22719 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 70% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-22719?
CVE-2022-22719 primarily affects Apache Http Server. In total, 22 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22719?
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-2022-22719 published?
CVE-2022-22719 was published on 2022-03-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (22)

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