How severe is CVE-2022-31291?

CVE-2022-31291 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.

Is CVE-2022-31291 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-31291?

CVE-2022-31291 primarily affects Genivi Diagnostic Log And Trace. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-31291?

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-2022-31291 published?

CVE-2022-31291 was published on 2022-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-31291

CVE-2022-31291 is a high-severity vulnerability in Genivi Diagnostic Log And Trace with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-415.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (58th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-415
Affected product: Genivi Diagnostic Log And Trace
Published: 2022-06-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An issue in dlt_config_file_parser.c of dlt-daemon v2.18.8 allows attackers to cause a double free via crafted TCP packets.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-31291?: An issue in dlt_config_file_parser.c of dlt-daemon v2.18.8 allows attackers to cause a double free via crafted TCP packets.
How severe is CVE-2022-31291?: CVE-2022-31291 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-31291 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-31291?: CVE-2022-31291 primarily affects Genivi Diagnostic Log And Trace. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-31291?: 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-2022-31291 published?: CVE-2022-31291 was published on 2022-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:genivi:diagnostic_log_and_trace:2.18.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:debian:debian_linux:10.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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