CVE-2022-28810
MediumExploitedPublic exploitZoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus before build 6122 allows a remote authenticated administrator to execute arbitrary operating OS commands as SYSTEM via the policy custom script feature.
Published Apr 18, 2022 · Updated Oct 31, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-28810 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 6.8 v3.1) affecting Manageengine Adselfservice Plus (Zohocorp).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Apr 14, 2022. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Manageengine Adselfservice Plus 6.1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
6.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
71%
Higher than 99.3% 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
Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus before build 6122 allows a remote authenticated administrator to execute arbitrary operating OS commands as SYSTEM via the policy custom script feature. Due to the use of a default administrator password, attackers may be able to abuse this functionality with minimal effort. Additionally, a remote and partially authenticated attacker may be able to inject arbitrary commands into the custom script due to an unsanitized password field.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Mar 7, 2023 | Mar 28, 2023 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Apr 14, 2022 | Mar 28, 2023 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Mar 7, 2023 | Mar 28, 2023 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Mar 7, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Products
24 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Manageengine Adselfservice PlusZohocorp | 6.1, 6.1-6100, 6.1-6101, 6.1-6102, 6.1-6103, 6.1-6104, 6.1-6105, 6.1-6106 | 6.1 |
Patched Releases
Manageengine Adselfservice Plus
6.1
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Apr 14, 2022
Publicly disclosed
Apr 18, 2022
Added to CISA KEV
Mar 7, 2023
Added to CIRCL KEV
Mar 7, 2023
Added to ENISA EUVD
Mar 7, 2023
Last updated
Oct 31, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
- CWE-798 Use of Hard-coded Credentials
References
- patchhttps://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/pull/16475
- patchhttps://www.manageengine.com/products/self-service-password/kb/cve-2022-28810.html
- patchVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/166816/ManageEngine-ADSelfService-Plus-Custom-Script-Execution.html
- exploitMSF manageengine_adselfservice_plus_cve_2022_28810.rb
FAQ
Common Questions.
Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus before build 6122 allows a remote authenticated administrator to execute arbitrary operating OS commands as SYSTEM via the policy custom script feature.
Affected: Manageengine Adselfservice Plus (Zohocorp) versions 6.1, 6.1-6100, 6.1-6101, 6.1-6102, 6.1-6103, 6.1-6104, 6.1-6105, 6.1-6106. 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 Apr 14, 2022.
Yes. It was added on Mar 7, 2023 with a federal remediation due date of Mar 28, 2023.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Manageengine Adselfservice Plus 6.1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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