CVE-2022-42948
CVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
19.5 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
Cobalt Strike 4.7.1 fails to properly escape HTML tags when they are displayed on Swing components. By injecting crafted HTML code, it is possible to remotely execute code in the Cobalt Strike UI.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2023-03-30
- Patch Due Date
- 2023-04-20
- Ransomware Use
- Unknown
Technical details
- Published
- 2023-03-24
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2022-42948?
Cobalt Strike 4.7.1 fails to properly escape HTML tags when they are displayed on Swing components. By injecting crafted HTML code, it is possible to remotely execute code in the Cobalt Strike UI.
Is CVE-2022-42948 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2022-42948 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2023-04-20.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2022-42948?
CVE-2022-42948 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
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