PatchTheCVECVE-2022-38221: A buffer overflow in the FTcpListener thread in The Isle Evrima (the dedicated server on Windows and Linux) 0.
CVE-2022-38221 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting the isle evrima. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A buffer overflow in the FTcpListener thread in The Isle Evrima (the dedicated server on Windows and Linux) 0.9.88.07 before 2022-08-12 allows a remote attacker to crash any server with an accessible RCON port, or possibly execute arbitrary code.
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 9.8 (Critical) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.9% (top 21%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-120 |
| Published | 2022-08-15 |
| 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
Exact fixes by distribution
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-2022-38221?
the isle evrima: upgrade to 2022-08-12. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-38221 being exploited?
CVE-2022-38221 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-2022-38221 affect?
CVE-2022-38221 affects the isle evrima. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). A buffer overflow in the FTcpListener thread in The Isle Evrima (the dedicated server on Windows and Linux) 0.9.88.07 before 2022-08-12 allows a remote attacker to crash any server with an accessible RCON port, or possibly execute arbitrary
How urgent is CVE-2022-38221?
Priority 69/100. Critical severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action; On your watchlist