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CVE-2022-41040

CISA KEV

Published September 30, 2022 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

Microsoft Exchange Server allows for server-side request forgery. Dubbed "ProxyNotShell," this vulnerability is chainable with CVE-2022-41082 which allows for remote code execution.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
MicrosoftExchange Server

Patch Status

Patch by 2022-10-21

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2022-41040.