CVE-2022-36781

ConnectWise - ScreenConnect Session Code Bypass

Description

ConnectWise ScreenConnect versions 22.6 and below contained a flaw allowing potential brute force attacks on custom access tokens due to inadequate rate-limiting controls in the default configuration. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access by repeatedly attempting access code combinations. ConnectWise has addressed this issue in later versions by implementing rate-limiting controls as a preventive measure against brute force attacks.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to version 22.7.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.10%
Third-Party Advisory gov.il
Affected: ConnectWise ScreenConnect
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-36781?
CVE-2022-36781 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-36781?
To fix CVE-2022-36781: Update to version 22.7.
Is CVE-2022-36781 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-36781 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-2022-36781?
CVE-2022-36781 affects ConnectWise ScreenConnect.
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