CVE-2022-40277

Public Exploit

Description

Joplin version 2.8.8 allows an external attacker to execute arbitrary commands remotely on any client that opens a link in a malicious markdown file, via Joplin. This is possible because the application does not properly validate the schema/protocol of existing links in the markdown file before passing them to the 'shell.openExternal' function.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Third-Party Advisory fluidattacks.com
Affected: n/a Joplin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fluidattacks.com/advisories/skrillex/ third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/laurent22/joplin product

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-40277?
CVE-2022-40277 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-40277?
To fix CVE-2022-40277, 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-2022-40277 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-40277 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2022-40277?
CVE-2022-40277 affects n/a Joplin.
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