What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-29333?

CVE-2022-29333 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (High). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.9%.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2022-29333?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2022-29333. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.9%.

Powerdirector CVE-2022-29333

HIGH

Improper Privilege Management (CWE-269)

2022-05-24 cve@mitre.org

Privilege Escalation Powerdirector

7.8

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

7.8 HIGH

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

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

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

Attack Vector

Local

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

Required

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

High

Availability

High

Lifecycle Timeline

CVE Published

May 24, 2022 - 21:15 nvd

HIGH 7.8

DescriptionNVD

A vulnerability in CyberLink Power Director v14 allows attackers to escalate privileges via a crafted .exe file.

AnalysisAI

A vulnerability in CyberLink Power Director v14 allows attackers to escalate privileges via a crafted .exe file. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.8), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.

Technical ContextAI

This vulnerability is classified as Improper Privilege Management (CWE-269), which allows attackers to escalate privileges to gain unauthorized elevated access. A vulnerability in CyberLink Power Director v14 allows attackers to escalate privileges via a crafted .exe file. Affected products include: Cyberlink Powerdirector.

RemediationAI

No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Apply principle of least privilege, validate privilege transitions, implement proper role separation.