CVE-2022-24073
CVE-2022-24073 is a high-severity vulnerability in Navercorp Whale with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. 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-648.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
- CVSS v2: 5.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (42nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-648
- Affected product: Navercorp Whale
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The Web Request API in Whale browser before 3.12.129.18 allowed to deny access to the extension store or redirect to any URL when users access the store.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-24073?
- The Web Request API in Whale browser before 3.12.129.18 allowed to deny access to the extension store or redirect to any URL when users access the store.
- How severe is CVE-2022-24073?
- CVE-2022-24073 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
- Is CVE-2022-24073 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-24073?
- CVE-2022-24073 affects Navercorp Whale. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-24073?
- 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-2022-24073 published?
- CVE-2022-24073 was published on 2022-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:navercorp:whale:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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