CVE-2022-36122
CVE-2022-36122 is a high-severity vulnerability in Automox 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-732.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (7th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-732
- Affected product: Automox
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The Automox Agent before 40 on Windows incorrectly sets permissions on key files.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-36122?
- The Automox Agent before 40 on Windows incorrectly sets permissions on key files.
- How severe is CVE-2022-36122?
- CVE-2022-36122 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-2022-36122 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (7th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-36122?
- CVE-2022-36122 affects Automox. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-36122?
- 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-2022-36122 published?
- CVE-2022-36122 was published on 2022-10-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:automox:automox:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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