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CVE-2022-22473: IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive i...

IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information caused by improper handling of Administrative Console data. This information could be used in further attacks against the system. IBM X-Force ID: 225347.

LowCVSS 3.7Not KEV-listedUpdated
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Security readout for executives and security teams

Plain-English summary

CVE-2022-22473 is a low-severity IBM WebSphere Application Server issue where improper handling of Administrative Console data could let a remote attacker obtain limited sensitive information. The disclosed impact is confidentiality only, with high attack complexity and no reported integrity or availability impact.

Executive priority

Handle through normal vulnerability management unless an affected Administrative Console is exposed to untrusted networks. The business risk is lower than code execution issues, but leaked administrative information can still assist later attacks.

Technical view

Affected products are IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0. The CVSS 3.0 score is 3.7, vector AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N. IBM attributes the issue to improper handling of Administrative Console data and tracks it as X-Force ID 225347.

Likely exposure

Exposure is limited to environments running affected IBM WebSphere Application Server versions, especially where Administrative Console data may be reachable. The source bundle does not identify specific configurations, endpoints, or deployment patterns that are required for exploitation.

Exploitation context

The source bundle marks CISA KEV as false and CVSS exploit maturity as unproven. No cited source in the bundle states active exploitation. The issue could support follow-on attacks if sensitive information is obtained.

Researcher notes

Evidence is narrow: IBM describes sensitive information disclosure from Administrative Console data handling but the bundle does not include exploit details, affected configurations, or exact fixed versions. Avoid assuming active exploitation or broad exposure without IBM advisory confirmation.

Mitigation direction

  • Review IBM advisory 6603421 for vendor-specified fixes or fix packs.
  • Confirm whether WebSphere 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, or 9.0 exists in inventory.
  • Reduce Administrative Console exposure using existing access controls while validating vendor guidance.
  • Prioritize upgrade or remediation for internet-reachable or shared administrative environments.

Validation and detection

  • Check WebSphere version and fix level against IBM advisory 6603421.
  • Verify Administrative Console access paths and whether they are externally reachable.
  • Review logs for unusual Administrative Console access attempts around exposed systems.
  • Document any affected instances and their remediation status.
Prepared
Confidence
high
Sources
4

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Potential ATT&CK relevance

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
Low
CVSS
3.7 (3.0)
Known Exploited
No
Published

Vector: CVSS:3.0/UI:N/I:N/A:N/AC:H/PR:N/S:U/AV:N/C:L/RL:O/RC:C/E:U

Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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1CVSS vectors
0Timeline events
0ADP providers
3Source links

CVSS vector scores

1 official score

We collect every scored CVSS vector available in the official CNA and ADP containers. When more than one version is present, the table keeps the source vectors side by side instead of collapsing them into the highest score.

ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
3.7CVSS 3.0LowCVSS:3.0/UI:N/I:N/A:N/AC:H/PR:N/S:U/AV:N/C:L/RL:O/RC:C/E:U2.21.4Primary CVE score

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 3.0 score

3.7Low
CVSS 3.0 vector shape for CVE-2022-22473Attack VectorAttack ComplexityPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionScopeConfidentiality ImpactIntegrity ImpactAvailability Impact

Vector: CVSS:3.0/UI:N/I:N/A:N/AC:H/PR:N/S:U/AV:N/C:L/RL:O/RC:C/E:U

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NoneRequired
Scope
ChangedUnchanged
Confidentiality Impact
HighLowNone
Integrity Impact
HighLowNone
Availability Impact
HighLowNone

Source materials

Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
IBMWebSphere Application Server7.0, 8.0, 8.5, 9.0Listed
Weakness

CWE details

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