CVE-2022-0652

Description

Confd log files contain local users', including root’s, SHA512crypt password hashes with insecure access permissions. This allows a local attacker to attempt off-line brute-force attacks against these password hashes in Sophos UTM before version 9.710.

Category

3.3
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Vendor Advisory sophos.com
Affected: Sophos Sophos UTM
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.sophos.com/en-us/security-advisories/sophos-sa-20220321-utm-9710 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0652?
CVE-2022-0652 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-0652?
To fix CVE-2022-0652, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-0652 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-0652 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-0652?
CVE-2022-0652 affects Sophos Sophos UTM.
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