CVE-2022-40238

A Remote Code Injection vulnerability exists in CERT software prior to version 1.50.5

Description

A Remote Code Injection vulnerability exists in CERT software prior to version 1.50.5. An authenticated attacker can inject arbitrary pickle object as part of a user's profile. This can lead to code execution on the server when the user's profile is accessed.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 2.33% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: CERT/CC VINCE - The Vulnerability Information and Coordination Environment
Published at:
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References

Link Tags
https://github.com/CERTCC/VINCE/issues?q=label%3Asecurity issue tracking vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-40238?
CVE-2022-40238 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-40238?
To fix CVE-2022-40238, 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-2022-40238 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-40238 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-40238?
CVE-2022-40238 affects CERT/CC VINCE - The Vulnerability Information and Coordination Environment.
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