CVE-2022-3368
CVE-2022-3368 is a high-severity vulnerability in Avira Avira Security with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. 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-276.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (53rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-276
- Affected product: Avira Avira Security
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- Last modified:
Description
A vulnerability within the Software Updater functionality of Avira Security for Windows allowed an attacker with write access to the filesystem, to escalate his privileges in certain scenarios. The issue was fixed with Avira Security version 1.1.72.30556.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-3368?
- A vulnerability within the Software Updater functionality of Avira Security for Windows allowed an attacker with write access to the filesystem, to escalate his privileges in certain scenarios. The issue was fixed with Avira Security version 1.1.72.30556.
- How severe is CVE-2022-3368?
- CVE-2022-3368 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2022-3368 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-3368?
- CVE-2022-3368 affects Avira Avira Security. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-3368?
- 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-2022-3368 published?
- CVE-2022-3368 was published on 2022-10-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:avira:avira_security:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*
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