CVE-2022-47986

Known Exploited
IBM Aspera Faspex code execution

Description

IBM Aspera Faspex 4.4.2 Patch Level 1 and earlier could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a YAML deserialization flaw. By sending a specially crafted obsolete API call, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. The obsolete API call was removed in Faspex 4.4.2 PL2. IBM X-Force ID: 243512.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 94.34% Top 5%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM Aspera Faspex
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6952319 patch vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/243512 vdb entry vendor advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/171772/IBM-Aspera-Faspex-4.4.1-YAML-Deserialization.html third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-47986?
CVE-2022-47986 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-47986?
To fix CVE-2022-47986, 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-2022-47986 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2022-47986 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~94% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-47986?
CVE-2022-47986 affects IBM Aspera Faspex.
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