What is CVE-2022-46332?

CVE-2022-46332 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Admin Smart Search feature of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) that allows an anonymous email sender to gain admin privileges within the user interface.

How does CVE-2022-46332 impact Proofpoint Enterprise Protection?

CVE-2022-46332 allows an anonymous email sender to exploit a stored XSS vulnerability in Proofpoint Enterprise Protection, enabling them to gain admin privileges in the user interface.

What versions of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection are affected by CVE-2022-46332?

All versions of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection 8.19.0 and below are affected by CVE-2022-46332.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-46332?

CVE-2022-46332 has a severity rating of 9.6 (Critical).

How can I fix CVE-2022-46332?

To fix CVE-2022-46332, it is recommended to upgrade Proofpoint Enterprise Protection to a version above 8.19.0.

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CVE-2022-46332

critical

9.6

CWE

6/12/2022

23/4/2025

CVE-2022-46332: Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) XSS in "Attachment Names"

First published: Tue Dec 06 2022(Updated: )

The Admin Smart Search feature in Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) contains a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability that enables an anonymous email sender to gain admin privileges within the user interface. This affects all versions 8.19.0 and below.

Credit: security@proofpoint.com security@proofpoint.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Proofpoint Enterprise Protection	<=8.19.0
	<=8.19.0

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Reference Links

https://www.proofpoint.com/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2022-0002

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-46332?
CVE-2022-46332 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Admin Smart Search feature of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) that allows an anonymous email sender to gain admin privileges within the user interface.
How does CVE-2022-46332 impact Proofpoint Enterprise Protection?
CVE-2022-46332 allows an anonymous email sender to exploit a stored XSS vulnerability in Proofpoint Enterprise Protection, enabling them to gain admin privileges in the user interface.
What versions of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection are affected by CVE-2022-46332?
All versions of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection 8.19.0 and below are affected by CVE-2022-46332.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-46332?
CVE-2022-46332 has a severity rating of 9.6 (Critical).
How can I fix CVE-2022-46332?
To fix CVE-2022-46332, it is recommended to upgrade Proofpoint Enterprise Protection to a version above 8.19.0.

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