CVE-2022-29241

Known or guessable hidden files may be accessed in Jupyter Server

Description

Jupyter Server provides the backend (i.e. the core services, APIs, and REST endpoints) for Jupyter web applications like Jupyter Notebook. Prior to version 1.17.1, if notebook server is started with a value of `root_dir` that contains the starting user's home directory, then the underlying REST API can be used to leak the access token assigned at start time by guessing/brute forcing the PID of the jupyter server. While this requires an authenticated user session, this URL can be used from a cross-site scripting payload or from a hooked or otherwise compromised browser to leak this access token to a malicious third party. This token can be used along with the REST API to interact with Jupyter services/notebooks such as modifying or overwriting critical files, such as .bashrc or .ssh/authorized_keys, allowing a malicious user to read potentially sensitive data and possibly gain control of the impacted system. This issue is patched in version 1.17.1.

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.25%
Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: jupyter-server jupyter_server
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-29241?
CVE-2022-29241 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-29241?
To fix CVE-2022-29241, 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-2022-29241 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-29241 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.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-29241?
CVE-2022-29241 affects jupyter-server jupyter_server.
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