CVE-2022-23731
CVE-2022-23731 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lg Webos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-264.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (45th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-264
- Affected product: Lg Webos
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
V8 javascript engine (heap vulnerability) can cause privilege escalation ,which can impact on some webOS TV models.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-23731?
- V8 javascript engine (heap vulnerability) can cause privilege escalation ,which can impact on some webOS TV models.
- How severe is CVE-2022-23731?
- CVE-2022-23731 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2022-23731 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-23731?
- CVE-2022-23731 affects Lg Webos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-23731?
- 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-2022-23731 published?
- CVE-2022-23731 was published on 2022-03-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:lg:webos:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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