CVE-2022-36067

Public Exploit
vm2 vulnerable to Sandbox Escape before v3.9.11

Description

vm2 is a sandbox that can run untrusted code with whitelisted Node's built-in modules. In versions prior to version 3.9.11, a threat actor can bypass the sandbox protections to gain remote code execution rights on the host running the sandbox. This vulnerability was patched in the release of version 3.9.11 of vm2. There are no known workarounds.

Category

10.0
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 86.89% Top 5%
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Affected: patriksimek vm2
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References

Link Tags
https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-mrgp-mrhc-5jrq third party advisory patch
https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/issues/467 issue tracking third party advisory
https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/commit/d9a7f3cc995d3d861e1380eafb886cb3c5e2b873#diff-b1a515a627d820118e76d0e323fe2f0589ed50a1eacb490f6c3278fe3698f164 third party advisory patch
https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/blob/master/lib/setup-sandbox.js#L71 third party advisory exploit
https://www.oxeye.io/blog/vm2-sandbreak-vulnerability-cve-2022-36067 third party advisory exploit
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20221017-0002/ third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-36067?
CVE-2022-36067 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-36067?
To fix CVE-2022-36067, 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-2022-36067 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-36067 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~87% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-36067?
CVE-2022-36067 affects patriksimek vm2.
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