CVE-2022-42340

Adobe ColdFusion Improper Input Validation Arbitrary file system read

Description

Adobe ColdFusion versions Update 14 (and earlier) and Update 4 (and earlier) are affected by an Improper Input Validation vulnerability that could result in arbitrary file system read. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 4.84% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory adobe.com
Affected: Adobe ColdFusion
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb22-44.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-42340?
CVE-2022-42340 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-42340?
To fix CVE-2022-42340, 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-2022-42340 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-42340 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~5% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-42340?
CVE-2022-42340 affects Adobe ColdFusion.
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