PatchTheCVECVE-2022-0997: Improper file permissions in the CommandPost, Collector, and Sensor components of Fidelis Network and Deceptio
CVE-2022-0997 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 3.9) affecting deception, network. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Improper file permissions in the CommandPost, Collector, and Sensor components of Fidelis Network and Deception enables an attacker with local, administrative access to the CLI to modify affected script files, which could result in arbitrary commands being run as root upon subsequent logon by a root user. The vulnerability is present in Fidelis Network and Deception versions prior to 9.4.5. Patches and updates are available to address this vulner
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 3.9 (Low) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 56%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-276 |
| Published | 2022-05-17 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2022-0997?
deception: upgrade to 9.4.5; network: upgrade to 9.4.5. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-0997 being exploited?
CVE-2022-0997 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2022-0997 affect?
CVE-2022-0997 affects deception, network. Severity is low (CVSS 3.9). Improper file permissions in the CommandPost, Collector, and Sensor components of Fidelis Network and Deception enables an attacker with local, administrative access to the CLI to modify affected script files, which could result in arbitrar
How urgent is CVE-2022-0997?
Priority 25/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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