Vulnerability identifier: #VU70532

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-46333

CWE-ID: CWE-77

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Proofpoint Enterprise Protection
Server applications / DLP, anti-spam, sniffers

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote administrator to execute arbitrary OS commands.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure usage of perl eval() function within the administrative user interface. A remote authenticated administrator can execute arbitrary OS commands on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://www.proofpoint.com/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2022-0003

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.