CVE-2022-4001
CVE-2022-4001 is a high-severity vulnerability 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-287.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2022-51382
- Weakness: CWE-287
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An authentication bypass vulnerability could allow an attacker to access API functions without authentication.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-4001?
- An authentication bypass vulnerability could allow an attacker to access API functions without authentication.
- How severe is CVE-2022-4001?
- CVE-2022-4001 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
- Is CVE-2022-4001 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-4001?
- 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.
- Does CVE-2022-4001 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2022-4001 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2022-51382.
- When was CVE-2022-4001 published?
- CVE-2022-4001 was published on 2024-07-31 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
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