CVE-2022-24986

Description

KDE KCron through 21.12.2 uses a temporary file in /tmp when saving, but reuses the filename during an editing session. Thus, someone watching it be created the first time could potentially intercept the file the following time, enabling that person to run unauthorized commands.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.03%
Third-Party Advisory openwall.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://apps.kde.org/kcron/ product
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/02/25/3 third party advisory mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-24986?
CVE-2022-24986 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-24986?
To fix CVE-2022-24986, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-24986 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-24986 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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