CVE-2022-22265
HighExploitedPublic exploitAn improper check or handling of exceptional conditions in NPU driver prior to SMR Jan-2022 Release 1 allows arbitrary memory write and code execution.
Published Jan 10, 2022 · Updated Oct 30, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-22265 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.8 v3.1) affecting Android (Google), Samsung Mobile Devices.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jan 1, 2022. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 0.4% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Samsung Mobile Devices SMR Jan-2022 Release 1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
0.4%
Higher than 31.4% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
An improper check or handling of exceptional conditions in NPU driver prior to SMR Jan-2022 Release 1 allows arbitrary memory write and code execution.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Sep 18, 2023 | Oct 9, 2023 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jan 1, 2022 | Oct 9, 2023 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Sep 18, 2023 | Oct 9, 2023 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Sep 18, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
5 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| AndroidGoogle | 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 9.0 | n/a |
| Samsung Mobile Devices | >= O(8.x), P(9.0), Q(10.0), R(11.0), S(12.0) | SMR Jan-2022 Release 1 |
Patched Releases
Samsung Mobile Devices
SMR Jan-2022 Release 1
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jan 1, 2022
Publicly disclosed
Jan 10, 2022
Added to CISA KEV
Sep 18, 2023
Added to CIRCL KEV
Sep 18, 2023
Added to ENISA EUVD
Sep 18, 2023
Last updated
Oct 30, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-703 Improper Check or Handling of Exceptional Conditions
References
FAQ
Common Questions.
An improper check or handling of exceptional conditions in NPU driver prior to SMR Jan-2022 Release 1 allows arbitrary memory write and code execution.
Affected: Android (Google) versions 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 9.0; Samsung Mobile Devices versions >= O(8.x), P(9.0), Q(10.0), R(11.0), S(12.0). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jan 1, 2022.
Yes. It was added on Sep 18, 2023 with a federal remediation due date of Oct 9, 2023.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Samsung Mobile Devices SMR Jan-2022 Release 1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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