PatchTheCVECVE-2022-23768: This Vulnerability in NIS-HAP11AC is caused by an exposed external port for the telnet service
CVE-2022-23768 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting nis-hap11ac firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
This Vulnerability in NIS-HAP11AC is caused by an exposed external port for the telnet service. Remote attackers use this vulnerability to induce all attacks such as source code hijacking, remote control of the device.
Why this priority
- High severity
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Adjacent network |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 37%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-284 |
| Published | 2022-09-19 |
| 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-2022-23768?
nis-hap11ac firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-23768 being exploited?
CVE-2022-23768 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-2022-23768 affect?
CVE-2022-23768 affects nis-hap11ac firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). This Vulnerability in NIS-HAP11AC is caused by an exposed external port for the telnet service. Remote attackers use this vulnerability to induce all attacks such as source code hijacking, remote control of the device.
How urgent is CVE-2022-23768?
Priority 47/100. High severity