How severe is CVE-2022-42176?

CVE-2022-42176 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-2022-42176 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-42176?

CVE-2022-42176 affects Pctechsoft Pcsecure. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-42176?

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-2022-42176 published?

CVE-2022-42176 was published on 2022-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-42176

CVE-2022-42176 is a high-severity vulnerability in Pctechsoft Pcsecure 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-798.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (24th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-798
Affected product: Pctechsoft Pcsecure
Published: 2022-10-20
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In PCTechSoft PCSecure V5.0.8.xw, use of Hard-coded Credentials in configuration files leads to admin panel access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-42176?: In PCTechSoft PCSecure V5.0.8.xw, use of Hard-coded Credentials in configuration files leads to admin panel access.
How severe is CVE-2022-42176?: CVE-2022-42176 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-2022-42176 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-42176?: CVE-2022-42176 affects Pctechsoft Pcsecure. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-42176?: 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-2022-42176 published?: CVE-2022-42176 was published on 2022-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:pctechsoft:pcsecure:5.0.8.xw:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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