PatchTheCVECVE-2022-29589: Crypt Server before 3.3.0 allows XSS in the index view
CVE-2022-29589 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.1) affecting crypt-server. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Crypt Server before 3.3.0 allows XSS in the index view. This is related to serial, computername, and username.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.1 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.7% (top 48%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2022-04-22 |
| 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-2022-29589?
crypt-server: upgrade to 3.3.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-29589 being exploited?
CVE-2022-29589 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-2022-29589 affect?
CVE-2022-29589 affects crypt-server. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.1). Crypt Server before 3.3.0 allows XSS in the index view. This is related to serial, computername, and username.
How urgent is CVE-2022-29589?
Priority 34/100. No elevated risk signals yet.