CVE-2022-33753

CVE-2022-33753 is a high-severity vulnerability in Broadcom Ca Automic Automation with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

CA Automic Automation 12.2 and 12.3 contain an insecure file creation and handling vulnerability in the Automic agent that could allow a user to potentially elevate privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-33753?
CA Automic Automation 12.2 and 12.3 contain an insecure file creation and handling vulnerability in the Automic agent that could allow a user to potentially elevate privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-33753?
CVE-2022-33753 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-33753 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-33753?
CVE-2022-33753 primarily affects Broadcom Ca Automic Automation. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-33753?
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-2022-33753 published?
CVE-2022-33753 was published on 2022-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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