CVE-2022-40238
CVE-2022-40238 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cert Vince 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-502.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (63rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-502
- Affected product: Cert Vince
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- Last modified:
Description
A Remote Code Injection vulnerability exists in CERT software prior to version 1.50.5. An authenticated attacker can inject arbitrary pickle object as part of a user's profile. This can lead to code execution on the server when the user's profile is accessed.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-40238?
- A Remote Code Injection vulnerability exists in CERT software prior to version 1.50.5. An authenticated attacker can inject arbitrary pickle object as part of a user's profile. This can lead to code execution on the server when the user's profile is accessed.
- How severe is CVE-2022-40238?
- CVE-2022-40238 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-2022-40238 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-40238?
- CVE-2022-40238 affects Cert Vince. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-40238?
- 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-2022-40238 published?
- CVE-2022-40238 was published on 2022-10-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:cert:vince:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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