PatchTheCVECVE-2022-38531: FPT G-97RG6M R4.2.98.035 and G-97RG3 R4.2.43.078 are vulnerable to Remote Command Execution in the ping functi
CVE-2022-38531 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting g-97rg6m firmware, g-97rg3 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
FPT G-97RG6M R4.2.98.035 and G-97RG3 R4.2.43.078 are vulnerable to Remote Command Execution in the ping function.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.3% (top 17%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2022-09-08 |
| 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-2022-38531?
g-97rg6m firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation; g-97rg3 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-38531 being exploited?
CVE-2022-38531 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-2022-38531 affect?
CVE-2022-38531 affects g-97rg6m firmware, g-97rg3 firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). FPT G-97RG6M R4.2.98.035 and G-97RG3 R4.2.43.078 are vulnerable to Remote Command Execution in the ping function.
How urgent is CVE-2022-38531?
Priority 57/100. High severity; Public exploit reference