How serious is CVE-2022-2598?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.5 out of 10, classified as MEDIUM severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2022-2598?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2022-2598 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2022-2598?

CVE-2022-2598 affects vim vim. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2022-2598?

To remediate CVE-2022-2598, check for security patches from vim. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2022-2598

Medium

|5.5

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker to write data outside the intended memory space in the Vim text editor, which could potentially lead to crashes or execution of malicious code. It affects versions prior to 9.0.0100, so users running older versions are at risk if they open specially crafted files.

Technical Description

Out-of-bounds Write to API in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.0100.

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorLocal

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredNone

User InteractionRequired

Confidentiality ImpactNone

Integrity ImpactNone

Availability ImpactHigh

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Exploit Resources

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Official References

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Est. Bounty

$759($500-$1K)

Vendor Response

Grade FPatched in 1304 days

Quick Information

Published

Aug 1, 2022

over 3 years ago

Last Modified

Feb 25, 2026

about 1 month ago

Vendor

vim

Product

vim

Related Vulnerabilities

CVE-2022-2845High

This vulnerability allows an attacker to cause a crash or potentially execute harmful code in the Vim text editor by sending specially crafted input. It affects versions of Vim before 9.0.0218, so users running older versions are at risk if they process untrusted input.