CVE-2022-41138
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.68%
Last modified
CVE-2022-41138 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Zutty before 0.13, DECRQSS in text written to the terminal can achieve arbitrary code execution.. EPSS estimates a 1.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Zutty before 0.13, DECRQSS in text written to the terminal can achieve arbitrary code execution.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Zutty Project | Zutty | < 0.13 |
References
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/868495Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/tomszilagyi/zutty/commit/bde7458c60a7bafe08bbeaafbf861eb865edfa38Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/tomszilagyi/zutty/compare/0.12...0.13Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202209-25Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/868495Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/tomszilagyi/zutty/commit/bde7458c60a7bafe08bbeaafbf861eb865edfa38Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/tomszilagyi/zutty/compare/0.12...0.13Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202209-25Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-41138?
In Zutty before 0.13, DECRQSS in text written to the terminal can achieve arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2022-41138?
CVE-2022-41138 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-41138?
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.
How Strix Helps
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