CVE-2022-25294
CVE-2022-25294 is a high-severity vulnerability in Proofpoint Insider Threat Management 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.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (18th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Proofpoint Insider Threat Management
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Agent for Windows relies on an inherently dangerous function that could enable an unprivileged local Windows user to run arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. All versions prior to 7.12.1 are affected. Agents for MacOS and Linux and Cloud are unaffected. Proofpoint has released fixed software version 7.12.1. The fixed software versions are available through the customer support portal.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-25294?
- Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Agent for Windows relies on an inherently dangerous function that could enable an unprivileged local Windows user to run arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. All versions prior to 7.12.1 are affected. Agents for MacOS and Linux and Cloud are unaffected. Proofpoint has released fixed software version 7.12.1. The fixed software versions are available through the customer support portal.
- How severe is CVE-2022-25294?
- CVE-2022-25294 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-2022-25294 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (18th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-25294?
- CVE-2022-25294 affects Proofpoint Insider Threat Management. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-25294?
- 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-2022-25294 published?
- CVE-2022-25294 was published on 2022-03-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:proofpoint:insider_threat_management:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*
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