How severe is CVE-2022-35909?

CVE-2022-35909 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-2022-35909 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-35909?

CVE-2022-35909 affects Jellyfin. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-35909?

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-2022-35909 published?

CVE-2022-35909 was published on 2022-08-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-35909

CVE-2022-35909 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jellyfin 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

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (67th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Jellyfin
Published: 2022-08-19
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In Jellyfin before 10.8, the /users endpoint has incorrect access control for admin functionality.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-35909?: In Jellyfin before 10.8, the /users endpoint has incorrect access control for admin functionality.
How severe is CVE-2022-35909?: CVE-2022-35909 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-2022-35909 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-35909?: CVE-2022-35909 affects Jellyfin. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-35909?: 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-2022-35909 published?: CVE-2022-35909 was published on 2022-08-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:jellyfin:jellyfin:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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