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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2022-22281
CVE-2022-22281:
SonicWall NetExtender vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A buffer overflow vulnerability was identified in the SonicWall SSL-VPN NetExtender Windows Client (both 32 and 64 bit) in version 10.2.322 and earlier versions. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2022-22281, allows an attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code in the host Windows operating system (CVE Details).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a buffer overflow condition that exists in the SonicWall SSL-VPN NetExtender Windows Client. The issue affects both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of the client software up to and including version 10.2.322. When successfully exploited, this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the host Windows operating system (MITRE CVE).
Impact
The successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the host Windows operating system, potentially leading to complete system compromise. This poses a significant risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected systems (CVE Details).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users should upgrade their SonicWall SSL-VPN NetExtender Windows Client to a version newer than 10.2.322 to address this vulnerability. SonicWall has released patches to address this security issue (SonicWall Advisory).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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