How severe is CVE-2022-29623?

CVE-2022-29623 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2022-29623 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-29623?

CVE-2022-29623 affects Connect-multiparty Project Connect-multiparty. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-29623?

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-2022-29623 published?

CVE-2022-29623 was published on 2022-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-29623

CVE-2022-29623 is a high-severity vulnerability in Connect-multiparty Project Connect-multiparty 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-434.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 6.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (66th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-434
Affected product: Connect-multiparty Project Connect-multiparty
Published: 2022-05-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the file upload module of Express Connect-Multiparty 2.2.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file. NOTE: the Supplier has not verified this vulnerability report.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-29623?: An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the file upload module of Express Connect-Multiparty 2.2.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF file. NOTE: the Supplier has not verified this vulnerability report.
How severe is CVE-2022-29623?: CVE-2022-29623 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-29623 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-29623?: CVE-2022-29623 affects Connect-multiparty Project Connect-multiparty. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-29623?: 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-2022-29623 published?: CVE-2022-29623 was published on 2022-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:connect-multiparty_project:connect-multiparty:2.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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