CVE-2022-31161Roxy-Wi Command Injection
Prior to version 6.1.1.0, the system command can be run remotely via the subprocess_execute function without processing the inputs received from the user in the /app/options.py file.
Published Jul 15, 2022 · Updated Aug 12, 2026 · Also known as GHSA-pg3w-8p63-x483
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-31161 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Roxy-Wi.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Jun 3, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Roxy-Wi 6.1.1.0.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
Scores
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)
29%
Higher than 98.1% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
ATLAS score
44/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Jun 3, 2025
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
Public exploit code
1
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
10
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
Description
Roxy-WI is a Web interface for managing HAProxy, Nginx and Keepalived servers. Prior to version 6.1.1.0, the system command can be run remotely via the subprocess_execute function without processing the inputs received from the user in the /app/options.py file. Version 6.1.1.0 contains a patch for this issue.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCL KEV | Jun 3, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jun 3, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Roxy-WiRoxy-Wi | >= < 6.1.1.0 | 6.1.1.0 |
Patched Releases
Roxy-Wi
6.1.1.0
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 15, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jun 3, 2025
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jun 3, 2025
Last updated
Aug 12, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-77 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
- CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
- CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
References
- advisorycve.org · CVERecord
- advisorynvd.nist.gov · CVE-2022-31161
- advisorygithub.com · v6.1.1.0
- advisorygithub.com · GHSA-pg3w-8p63-x483
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Roxy-WI is a Web interface for managing HAProxy, Nginx and Keepalived servers.
Affected: Roxy-Wi versions >= < 6.1.1.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Jun 3, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Roxy-Wi 6.1.1.0.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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