CVE-2022-32278
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.50%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32278 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. XFCE 4.16 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code because xdg-open can execute a .desktop file on an attacker-controlled FTP server.. EPSS estimates a 1.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
XFCE 4.16 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code because xdg-open can execute a .desktop file on an attacker-controlled FTP server.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xfce | Exo | < 4.16.4 |
| Xfce | Exo | >= 4.17.0, < 4.17.2 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 11.0 |
References
- https://gitlab.xfce.org/xfce/exo/-/commit/c71c04ff5882b2866a0d8506fb460d4ef796de9fPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/06/msg00018.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2022/dsa-5164Third Party Advisory
- https://gitlab.xfce.org/xfce/exo/-/commit/c71c04ff5882b2866a0d8506fb460d4ef796de9fPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/06/msg00018.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2022/dsa-5164Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32278?
XFCE 4.16 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code because xdg-open can execute a .desktop file on an attacker-controlled FTP server.
How severe is CVE-2022-32278?
CVE-2022-32278 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32278?
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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