CVE-2022-38885
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.19%
Last modified
CVE-2022-38885 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The d8s-netstrings for python, as distributed on PyPI, included a potential code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The backdoor is the democritus-strings package. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The d8s-netstrings for python, as distributed on PyPI, included a potential code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The backdoor is the democritus-strings package. The affected version is 0.1.0.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| D8s-Netstrings Project | D8s-Netstrings | 0.1.0 |
References
- https://github.com/democritus-project/d8s-netstrings/issues/4Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/democritus-project/d8s-netstrings/issues/4Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-38885?
The d8s-netstrings for python, as distributed on PyPI, included a potential code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The backdoor is the democritus-strings package. The affected version is 0.1.0.
How severe is CVE-2022-38885?
CVE-2022-38885 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38885?
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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