CVE-2022-40242
CVE-2022-40242 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ami Megarac Sp-x with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (47th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-287
- Affected product: Ami Megarac Sp-x
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
MegaRAC Default Credentials Vulnerability
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-40242?
- MegaRAC Default Credentials Vulnerability
- How severe is CVE-2022-40242?
- CVE-2022-40242 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2022-40242 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-40242?
- CVE-2022-40242 primarily affects Ami Megarac Sp-x. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-40242?
- 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-2022-40242 published?
- CVE-2022-40242 was published on 2022-12-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:o:ami:megarac_sp-x:12:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:ami:megarac_sp-x:13:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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