CVE-2022-44542
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.15%
Last modified
CVE-2022-44542 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. lesspipe before 2.06 allows attackers to execute code via Perl Storable (pst) files, because of deserialized object destructor execution via a key/value pair in a hash.. EPSS estimates a 1.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
lesspipe before 2.06 allows attackers to execute code via Perl Storable (pst) files, because of deserialized object destructor execution via a key/value pair in a hash.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lesspipe Project | Lesspipe | < 2.06 |
References
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/865631Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wofr06/lesspipe/releases/tag/v2.06Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202211-02Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/865631Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wofr06/lesspipe/releases/tag/v2.06Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202211-02Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-44542?
lesspipe before 2.06 allows attackers to execute code via Perl Storable (pst) files, because of deserialized object destructor execution via a key/value pair in a hash.
How severe is CVE-2022-44542?
CVE-2022-44542 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-44542?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2022-44542?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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