CVE-2022-43460: Driver Distributor v2.2.3.1 and earlier contains a vulnerability where passwords are stored in a recoverable f
CVE-2022-43460 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting driver distributor. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Driver Distributor v2.2.3.1 and earlier contains a vulnerability where passwords are stored in a recoverable format. If an attacker obtains a configuration file of Driver Distributor, the encrypted administrator's credentials may be decrypted.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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 | 0.5% (top 55%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-522 |
| Published | 2023-02-13 |
| 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-2022-43460?
driver distributor: upgrade to newer than 2.2.3.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-43460 being exploited?
CVE-2022-43460 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-2022-43460 affect?
CVE-2022-43460 affects driver distributor. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Driver Distributor v2.2.3.1 and earlier contains a vulnerability where passwords are stored in a recoverable format. If an attacker obtains a configuration file of Driver Distributor, the encrypted administrator's credentials may be decrypt
How urgent is CVE-2022-43460?
Priority 43/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action