CVE-2022-42890: A vulnerability in Batik of Apache XML Graphics allows an attacker to run Java code from untrusted SVG via Jav

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HIGH 7.5REMOTEWATCHLISTUPGRADEMITIGATE

CVE-2022-42890 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting batik, debian linux. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

A vulnerability in Batik of Apache XML Graphics allows an attacker to run Java code from untrusted SVG via JavaScript. This issue affects Apache XML Graphics prior to 1.16. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.16.

Why this priority

High severity
Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
On your watchlist

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.5 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	3.4% (top 11%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-918
Published	2022-10-25
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Apache Software Foundation · Vendor: apache · debian

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2022-10-25 17:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 05:05 UTCUpdated Record last modified

apache batik UPGRADE

Affected: >= 1.0 and < 1.16

Fixed in: 1.16

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 1.0

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy batik || rpm -q batik || batik --version

2. UPGRADE to 1.16 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade batik

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade batik

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 1.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison batik sudo apt install batik=<VERSION_BEFORE_1.0> sudo apt-mark hold batik

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list batik sudo dnf downgrade batik-<VERSION_BEFORE_1.0> sudo dnf versionlock add batik

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

debian debian linux MITIGATE

Affected: 10.0 · 11.0

Fixed in: no fixed release known

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 10.0

Check your OS release

cat /etc/os-release; uname -r

Debian / Ubuntu

sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade

RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora

sudo dnf upgrade --refresh

Windows

Install the latest cumulative update from Windows Update

If no patch exists yet

OS downgrades are not safe. Apply the vendor mitigation from the advisory and restrict exposure.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
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-2022-42890?

batik: upgrade to 1.16; debian linux: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2022-42890 being exploited?

CVE-2022-42890 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-2022-42890 affect?

CVE-2022-42890 affects batik, debian linux. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). A vulnerability in Batik of Apache XML Graphics allows an attacker to run Java code from untrusted SVG via JavaScript. This issue affects Apache XML Graphics prior to 1.16. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.16.

How urgent is CVE-2022-42890?

Priority 58/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action; On your watchlist

Software pages

Java vulnerabilities · Debian vulnerabilities

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