HIGH

CVE-2022-29885

CVSS v3

7.5

HIGH

EPSS Score

60.1%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

The documentation of Apache Tomcat 10.1.0-M1 to 10.1.0-M14, 10.0.0-M1 to 10.0.20, 9.0.13 to 9.0.62 and 8.5.38 to 8.5.78 for the EncryptInterceptor incorrectly stated it enabled Tomcat clustering to run over an untrusted network. This was not correct. While the EncryptInterceptor does provide confidentiality and integrity protection, it does not protect against all risks associated with running over any untrusted network, particularly DoS risks.

Technical details

Published
5/12/2022

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-29885?

The documentation of Apache Tomcat 10.1.0-M1 to 10.1.0-M14, 10.0.0-M1 to 10.0.20, 9.0.13 to 9.0.62 and 8.5.38 to 8.5.78 for the EncryptInterceptor incorrectly stated it enabled Tomcat clustering to run over an untrusted network. This was not correct. While the EncryptInterceptor does provide confidentiality and integrity protection, it does not protect against all risks associated with running over any untrusted network, particularly DoS risks.

Is CVE-2022-29885 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2022-29885 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 60.1%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2022-29885?

CVE-2022-29885 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).

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