CVE-2022-32998
CVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
2.0 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The cryptoasset-data-downloader package in PyPI v1.0.0 to v1.0.1 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package. This vulnerability allows attackers to access sensitive user information and digital currency keys, as well as escalate privileges.
Technical details
- Published
- 2022-06-24
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2022-32998?
The cryptoasset-data-downloader package in PyPI v1.0.0 to v1.0.1 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package. This vulnerability allows attackers to access sensitive user information and digital currency keys, as well as escalate privileges.
Is CVE-2022-32998 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2022-32998 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 2.0% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2022-32998?
CVE-2022-32998 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
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