CVE-2022-3226
CVE-2022-3226 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sophos Xg Firewall Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. 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-78.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (78th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-78
- Affected product: Sophos Xg Firewall Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An OS command injection vulnerability allows admins to execute code via SSL VPN configuration uploads in Sophos Firewall releases older than version 19.5 GA.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-3226?
- An OS command injection vulnerability allows admins to execute code via SSL VPN configuration uploads in Sophos Firewall releases older than version 19.5 GA.
- How severe is CVE-2022-3226?
- CVE-2022-3226 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2022-3226 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-3226?
- CVE-2022-3226 affects Sophos Xg Firewall Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-3226?
- 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-2022-3226 published?
- CVE-2022-3226 was published on 2022-12-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:sophos:xg_firewall_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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