What is the severity of CVE-2022-40756?

CVE-2022-40756 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to possible unauthorized access to sensitive security files.

How do I fix CVE-2022-40756?

To fix CVE-2022-40756, ensure your Actian Zen PSQL is updated to at least Patch Update 1 for Zen 15 SP1, Patch Update 4 for Zen 15, or Patch Update 5 for Zen 14 SP2.

What are the affected versions for CVE-2022-40756?

The affected versions of Actian Zen PSQL include versions prior to Patch Update 1 for Zen 15 SP1, Patch Update 4 for Zen 15, and Patch Update 5 for Zen 14 SP2.

How does CVE-2022-40756 impact data security?

CVE-2022-40756 can allow attackers with file read/write access to remove critical security files, potentially compromising system integrity.

What should I do if I cannot update to fix CVE-2022-40756?

If unable to update, review folder security configurations to limit file access and mitigate potential exploitation risks associated with CVE-2022-40756.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-40756

high

8.8

30/9/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-40756

First published: Fri Sep 30 2022(Updated: )

If folder security is misconfigured for Actian Zen PSQL BEFORE Patch Update 1 for Zen 15 SP1 (v15.11.005), Patch Update 4 for Zen 15 (v15.01.017), or Patch Update 5 for Zen 14 SP2 (v14.21.022), it can allow an attacker (with file read/write access) to remove specific security files in order to reset the master password and gain access to the database.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Actian PSQL	>=11<=13
Actian Zen	>=14.0<14.21.022
Actian Zen	>=15.0<15.01.017

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-40756?
CVE-2022-40756 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to possible unauthorized access to sensitive security files.
How do I fix CVE-2022-40756?
To fix CVE-2022-40756, ensure your Actian Zen PSQL is updated to at least Patch Update 1 for Zen 15 SP1, Patch Update 4 for Zen 15, or Patch Update 5 for Zen 14 SP2.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2022-40756?
The affected versions of Actian Zen PSQL include versions prior to Patch Update 1 for Zen 15 SP1, Patch Update 4 for Zen 15, and Patch Update 5 for Zen 14 SP2.
How does CVE-2022-40756 impact data security?
CVE-2022-40756 can allow attackers with file read/write access to remove critical security files, potentially compromising system integrity.
What should I do if I cannot update to fix CVE-2022-40756?
If unable to update, review folder security configurations to limit file access and mitigate potential exploitation risks associated with CVE-2022-40756.

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