PatchTheCVECVE-2022-23923: All versions of package jailed are vulnerable to Sandbox Bypass via an exported alert() method which can acces
CVE-2022-23923 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.6) affecting jailed. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
All versions of package jailed are vulnerable to Sandbox Bypass via an exported alert() method which can access the main application. Exported methods are stored in the application.remote object.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.6 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 29%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2022-05-01 |
| 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-2022-23923?
jailed: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-23923 being exploited?
CVE-2022-23923 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-2022-23923 affect?
CVE-2022-23923 affects jailed. Severity is high (CVSS 8.6). All versions of package jailed are vulnerable to Sandbox Bypass via an exported alert() method which can access the main application. Exported methods are stored in the application.remote object.
How urgent is CVE-2022-23923?
Priority 58/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action