PatchTheCVECVE-2022-27050: BitComet Service for Windows before version 1.8.6 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability which allows
CVE-2022-27050 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting bitcomet. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
BitComet Service for Windows before version 1.8.6 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability which allows attackers to escalate privileges to the system level.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 71%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-428 |
| Published | 2022-03-31 |
| 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-2022-27050?
bitcomet: upgrade to 1.86. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-27050 being exploited?
CVE-2022-27050 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-2022-27050 affect?
CVE-2022-27050 affects bitcomet. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). BitComet Service for Windows before version 1.8.6 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability which allows attackers to escalate privileges to the system level.
How urgent is CVE-2022-27050?
Priority 39/100. High severity; Public exploit reference