CVE-2022-45688

High

EXPLOIT AVAILABLE

not-fixedPATCH AVAILABLEProof of Concept

CVE-2022-45688

Description

A stack overflow in the XML.toJSONObject component of hutool-json v5.8.10 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via crafted JSON or XML data.

A stack overflow in the XML.toJSONObject component of hutool-json v5.8.10 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via crafted JSON or XML data. This vulnerability involves weaknesses in

Impact Assessment

This high-severity vulnerability could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access, execute arbitrary code, or compromise data integrity. Prompt remediation is strongly recommended.

Attack Characteristics

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

CVSS v3.1 Score

7.5

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

EPSS — Exploit Prediction

1.21%

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days · more likely than 67.7% of all CVEs.

Quick Facts

PublishedDec 13, 2022

Last ModifiedJun 17, 2026

Discovered ByIndependent Security Researcher

Statusnot-fixed

Weakness Types

CWE-787

Unknown CWE

This vulnerability is associated with CWE-787. This type of weakness can lead to security issues if not properly addressed.

Attack Metrics

CVSS v3.1 Metrics Breakdown

attack Vector

NETWORK

attack Complexity

LOW

privileges Required

NONE

user Interaction

NONE

scope

Unchanged

confidentiality Impact

High

integrity Impact

High

availability Impact

High

Remediation Guide

How to Fix This Vulnerability

Remediation Steps

1Upgrade the package to version 20230227 or later
2Review and audit affected systems for potential exploitation
3Implement additional security controls if immediate patching is not possible
4Monitor for suspicious activity related to this vulnerability

Mitigation Strategies

Immediate Patching

High

Apply security patches to version 20230227 immediately

Network Segmentation

High

Isolate affected systems from untrusted networks until patching is complete

Monitoring and Detection

Medium

Implement enhanced monitoring for exploitation attempts and unusual behavior

Event History

Vulnerability Timeline

Vulnerability published

2022-12-13T15:15:11.267

published

Patches released: 20230227

2022-12-13T15:15:11.267

patched

▪ Common questions

How severe is CVE-2022-45688?

CVE-2022-45688 is rated HIGH with a CVSS score of 7.5 (attack vector: NETWORK). A public exploit is available, so prioritize remediation.

How do I fix CVE-2022-45688?

Upgrade the affected package to 20230227.

What kind of weakness is CVE-2022-45688?

CVE-2022-45688 is classified as CWE-787 — CVE-2022-45688.

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CVE-2022-45688

High

EXPLOIT AVAILABLE

not-fixedPATCH AVAILABLEProof of Concept

CVE-2022-45688

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Description

A stack overflow in the XML.toJSONObject component of hutool-json v5.8.10 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via crafted JSON or XML data.

A stack overflow in the XML.toJSONObject component of hutool-json v5.8.10 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via crafted JSON or XML data. This vulnerability involves weaknesses in

Impact Assessment

This high-severity vulnerability could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access, execute arbitrary code, or compromise data integrity. Prompt remediation is strongly recommended.

Attack Characteristics

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

CVSS v3.1 Score

7.5

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

EPSS — Exploit Prediction

1.21%

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days · more likely than 67.7% of all CVEs.

Quick Facts

PublishedDec 13, 2022

Last ModifiedJun 17, 2026

Discovered ByIndependent Security Researcher

Statusnot-fixed

Weakness Types

CWE-787

Unknown CWE

This vulnerability is associated with CWE-787. This type of weakness can lead to security issues if not properly addressed.

Attack Metrics

CVSS v3.1 Metrics Breakdown

attack Vector

NETWORK

attack Complexity

LOW

privileges Required

NONE

user Interaction

NONE

scope

Unchanged

confidentiality Impact

High

integrity Impact

High

availability Impact

High

Remediation Guide

How to Fix This Vulnerability

Remediation Steps

1Upgrade the package to version 20230227 or later
2Review and audit affected systems for potential exploitation
3Implement additional security controls if immediate patching is not possible
4Monitor for suspicious activity related to this vulnerability

Mitigation Strategies

Immediate Patching

High

Apply security patches to version 20230227 immediately

Network Segmentation

High

Isolate affected systems from untrusted networks until patching is complete

Monitoring and Detection

Medium

Implement enhanced monitoring for exploitation attempts and unusual behavior

Event History

Vulnerability Timeline

Vulnerability published

2022-12-13T15:15:11.267

published

Patches released: 20230227

2022-12-13T15:15:11.267

patched

▪ Common questions

How severe is CVE-2022-45688?

CVE-2022-45688 is rated HIGH with a CVSS score of 7.5 (attack vector: NETWORK). A public exploit is available, so prioritize remediation.

How do I fix CVE-2022-45688?

Upgrade the affected package to 20230227.

What kind of weakness is CVE-2022-45688?

CVE-2022-45688 is classified as CWE-787 — CVE-2022-45688.

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