How severe is CVE-2022-29578?

CVE-2022-29578 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2022-29578 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-29578?

CVE-2022-29578 primarily affects Meridian. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-29578?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2022-29578 published?

CVE-2022-29578 was published on 2022-06-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-29578

CVE-2022-29578 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Meridian with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3. 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.3)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Meridian
Published: 2022-06-24
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Meridian Cooperative Utility Software versions 22.02 and 22.03 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information such as name, address, and daily energy usage.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-29578?: Meridian Cooperative Utility Software versions 22.02 and 22.03 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information such as name, address, and daily energy usage.
How severe is CVE-2022-29578?: CVE-2022-29578 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-29578 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-29578?: CVE-2022-29578 primarily affects Meridian. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-29578?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-29578 published?: CVE-2022-29578 was published on 2022-06-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-165-02

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:meridian:meridian:22.02:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:meridian:meridian:22.03:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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