CVE-2022-36450
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 19.59%
Last modified
CVE-2022-36450 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Obsidian 0.14.x and 0.15.x before 0.15.5 allows obsidian://hook-get-address remote code execution because window.open is used without checking the URL.. EPSS estimates a 19.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Obsidian 0.14.x and 0.15.x before 0.15.5 allows obsidian://hook-get-address remote code execution because window.open is used without checking the URL.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Obsidian | Obsidian | >= 0.14.0, < 0.15.5 |
References
- https://forum.obsidian.md/t/possible-remote-code-execution-through-obsidian-uri-scheme/39743Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.chtsecurity.com/news/f2a1ad21-3442-495f-8b6e-f0fe433d6caaThird Party Advisory
- https://forum.obsidian.md/t/possible-remote-code-execution-through-obsidian-uri-scheme/39743Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.chtsecurity.com/news/f2a1ad21-3442-495f-8b6e-f0fe433d6caaThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-36450?
Obsidian 0.14.x and 0.15.x before 0.15.5 allows obsidian://hook-get-address remote code execution because window.open is used without checking the URL.
How severe is CVE-2022-36450?
CVE-2022-36450 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 19.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-36450?
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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