CVE-2022-42280
CVE-2022-42280 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nvidia Bmc with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. 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-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (18th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Nvidia Bmc
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- Last modified:
Description
NVIDIA BMC contains a vulnerability in SPX REST auth handler, where an un-authorized attacker can exploit a path traversal, which may lead to authentication bypass.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-42280?
- NVIDIA BMC contains a vulnerability in SPX REST auth handler, where an un-authorized attacker can exploit a path traversal, which may lead to authentication bypass.
- How severe is CVE-2022-42280?
- CVE-2022-42280 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, 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 none.
- Is CVE-2022-42280 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (18th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-42280?
- CVE-2022-42280 affects Nvidia Bmc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-42280?
- 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-2022-42280 published?
- CVE-2022-42280 was published on 2023-01-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:nvidia:bmc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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