How serious is CVE-2022-2818?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.8 out of 10, classified as HIGH severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2022-2818?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2022-2818 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2022-2818?

CVE-2022-2818 affects agentejo cockpit. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2022-2818?

To remediate CVE-2022-2818, check for security patches from agentejo. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2022-2818

High

|8.8

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker to potentially access sensitive information that was not properly removed before being stored or transferred, which could lead to data leaks. It affects versions of the cockpit software prior to 2.2.2, so users running older versions are at risk.

Technical Description

Improper Removal of Sensitive Information Before Storage or Transfer in GitHub repository cockpit-hq/cockpit prior to 2.2.2.

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredLow

User InteractionNone

Confidentiality ImpactHigh

Integrity ImpactHigh

Availability ImpactHigh

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

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

Exploit Resources

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Official References

NIST NVD

Est. Bounty

$4,789($1K-$5K)

Vendor Response

Grade FPatched in 1290 days

Quick Information

Published

Aug 15, 2022

over 3 years ago

Last Modified

Feb 25, 2026

about 1 month ago

Vendor

agentejo

Product

cockpit

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