CVE-2022-27817
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2022-27817 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. SWHKD 1.1.5 consumes the keyboard events of unintended users. This could potentially cause an information leak, but is usually a denial of functionality.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
SWHKD 1.1.5 consumes the keyboard events of unintended users. This could potentially cause an information leak, but is usually a denial of functionality.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Waycrate | Swhkd | 1.1.5 |
References
- https://github.com/waycrate/swhkd/releasesRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/04/14/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/waycrate/swhkd/releasesRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/04/14/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-27817?
SWHKD 1.1.5 consumes the keyboard events of unintended users. This could potentially cause an information leak, but is usually a denial of functionality.
How severe is CVE-2022-27817?
CVE-2022-27817 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27817?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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