CVE-2022-46663
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.41%
Last modified
CVE-2022-46663 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In GNU Less before 609, crafted data can result in "less -R" not filtering ANSI escape sequences sent to the terminal.. EPSS estimates a 1.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In GNU Less before 609, crafted data can result in "less -R" not filtering ANSI escape sequences sent to the terminal.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Less | >= 566, < 609 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 37 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/02/07/7Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202310-11Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/02/07/7Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/02/07/7Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202310-11Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/02/07/7Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-46663?
In GNU Less before 609, crafted data can result in "less -R" not filtering ANSI escape sequences sent to the terminal.
How severe is CVE-2022-46663?
CVE-2022-46663 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-46663?
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-2022-46663?
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