CVE-2022-45299
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.35%
Last modified
CVE-2022-45299 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue in the IpFile argument of rust-lang webbrowser-rs v0.8.2 allows attackers to access arbitrary files via supplying a crafted URL.. EPSS estimates a 1.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue in the IpFile argument of rust-lang webbrowser-rs v0.8.2 allows attackers to access arbitrary files via supplying a crafted 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Webbrowser Project | Webbrowser | < 0.8.3 |
References
- https://github.com/offalltn/CVE-2022-45299Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/offalltn/CVE-2022-45299Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-45299?
An issue in the IpFile argument of rust-lang webbrowser-rs v0.8.2 allows attackers to access arbitrary files via supplying a crafted URL.
How severe is CVE-2022-45299?
CVE-2022-45299 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-45299?
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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