How severe is CVE-2022-32481?

CVE-2022-32481 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-2022-32481 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (15th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-32481?

CVE-2022-32481 affects Dell Powerprotect Cyber Recovery. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-32481?

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-2022-32481 published?

CVE-2022-32481 was published on 2022-07-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-32481

CVE-2022-32481 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Powerprotect Cyber Recovery 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% (15th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Dell Powerprotect Cyber Recovery
Published: 2022-07-07
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Dell PowerProtect Cyber Recovery, versions prior to 19.11, contain a privilege escalation vulnerability on virtual appliance deployments. A lower-privileged authenticated user can chain docker commands to escalate privileges to root leading to complete system takeover.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-32481?: Dell PowerProtect Cyber Recovery, versions prior to 19.11, contain a privilege escalation vulnerability on virtual appliance deployments. A lower-privileged authenticated user can chain docker commands to escalate privileges to root leading to complete system takeover.
How severe is CVE-2022-32481?: CVE-2022-32481 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-2022-32481 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (15th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-32481?: CVE-2022-32481 affects Dell Powerprotect Cyber Recovery. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32481?: 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-2022-32481 published?: CVE-2022-32481 was published on 2022-07-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://support.emc.com/kb/000201213

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:dell:powerprotect_cyber_recovery:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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