CVE-2022-24706
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitIn Apache CouchDB prior to 3.2.2, an attacker can access an improperly secured default installation without authenticating and gain admin privileges.
Published Apr 26, 2022 · Updated Sep 8, 2026 · Also known as BIT-couchdb-2022-24706
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-24706 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Couchdb (Apache).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Mar 6, 2022. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Couchdb 3.2.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
93%
Higher than 99.8% 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
In Apache CouchDB prior to 3.2.2, an attacker can access an improperly secured default installation without authenticating and gain admin privileges. The CouchDB documentation has always made recommendations for properly securing an installation, including recommending using a firewall in front of all CouchDB installations.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Aug 25, 2022 | Sep 15, 2022 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Mar 6, 2022 | Sep 15, 2022 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Aug 25, 2022 | Sep 15, 2022 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Aug 25, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| CouchdbApache | >= Apache CouchDB | 3.2.2 |
Patched Releases
Couchdb
3.2.2
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Mar 6, 2022
Publicly disclosed
Apr 26, 2022
Added to CISA KEV
Aug 25, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
Aug 25, 2022
Added to ENISA EUVD
Aug 25, 2022
Last updated
Sep 8, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-1188 Initialization of a Resource with an Insecure Default
References
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2022/24xxx/CVE-2022-24706.json
- advisoryhttps://lists.apache.org/thread/w24wo0h8nlctfps65txvk0oc5hdcnv00
- advisory[oss-security] 20220426 CVE-2022-24706: Apache CouchDB: Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Packaging
- advisory[oss-security] 20220509 Re: CVE-2022-24706: Apache CouchDB: Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Packaging
- patch[oss-security] 20220509 Re: CVE-2022-24706: Apache CouchDB: Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Packaging
FAQ
Common Questions.
In Apache CouchDB prior to 3.2.2, an attacker can access an improperly secured default installation without authenticating and gain admin privileges.
Affected: Couchdb (Apache) versions >= Apache CouchDB. 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 Mar 6, 2022.
Yes. It was added on Aug 25, 2022 with a federal remediation due date of Sep 15, 2022.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Couchdb 3.2.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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