PatchTheCVECVE-2022-22779: The Keybase Clients for macOS and Windows before version 5.9.0 fails to properly remove exploded messages init
CVE-2022-22779 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 3.7) affecting keybase. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Keybase Clients for macOS and Windows before version 5.9.0 fails to properly remove exploded messages initiated by a user. This can occur if the receiving user switches to a non-chat feature and places the host in a sleep state before the sending user explodes the messages. This could lead to disclosure of sensitive information which was meant to be deleted from a user’s filesystem.
Why this priority
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 3.7 (Low) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 43%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-212 |
| Published | 2022-02-09 |
| 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-2022-22779?
keybase: upgrade to 5.9.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-22779 being exploited?
CVE-2022-22779 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-2022-22779 affect?
CVE-2022-22779 affects keybase. Severity is low (CVSS 3.7). The Keybase Clients for macOS and Windows before version 5.9.0 fails to properly remove exploded messages initiated by a user. This can occur if the receiving user switches to a non-chat feature and places the host in a sleep state before t
How urgent is CVE-2022-22779?
Priority 32/100. Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
Software pages
Windows vulnerabilities · macOS vulnerabilities
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