What is CVE-2022-46334?

CVE-2022-46334 is a vulnerability in Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) that allows the pps user to escalate to root privileges due to unnecessary permissions.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-46334?

All versions 8.19.0 and below of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) are affected by CVE-2022-46334.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-46334?

CVE-2022-46334 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

How can I fix CVE-2022-46334?

To fix CVE-2022-46334, it is recommended to update Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) to a version higher than 8.19.0.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-46334?

For more information about CVE-2022-46334, you can visit the Proofpoint security advisory at [https://www.proofpoint.com/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2022-0004](https://www.proofpoint.com/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2022-0004).

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-46334

high

7.8

CWE

269

21/12/2022

15/4/2025

CVE-2022-46334: Proofpoint Enterprise Protection Local Privilege Escalation

First published: Wed Dec 21 2022(Updated: )

Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) contains a vulnerability which allows the pps user to escalate to root privileges due to unnecessary permissions. 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-2022-0004

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-46334?
CVE-2022-46334 is a vulnerability in Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) that allows the pps user to escalate to root privileges due to unnecessary permissions.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-46334?
All versions 8.19.0 and below of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) are affected by CVE-2022-46334.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-46334?
CVE-2022-46334 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2022-46334?
To fix CVE-2022-46334, it is recommended to update Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/PoD) to a version higher than 8.19.0.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-46334?
For more information about CVE-2022-46334, you can visit the Proofpoint security advisory at [https://www.proofpoint.com/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2022-0004](https://www.proofpoint.com/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2022-0004).

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