Vulnerability Description
Electron is a framework for writing cross-platform desktop applications using JavaScript (JS), HTML, and CSS. A vulnerability in versions prior to 18.0.0-beta.6, 17.2.0, 16.2.6, and 15.5.5 allows attackers who have control over a given apps update server / update storage to serve maliciously crafted update packages that pass the code signing validation check but contain malicious code in some components. This kind of attack would require significant privileges in a potential victim's own auto updating infrastructure and the ease of that attack entirely depends on the potential victim's infrastructure security. Electron versions 18.0.0-beta.6, 17.2.0, 16.2.6, and 15.5.5 contain a fix for this issue. There are no known workarounds.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Electronjs | Electron | < 15.5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/electron/electron/security/advisories/GHSA-77xc-hjv8-ww97Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/electron/electron/security/advisories/GHSA-77xc-hjv8-ww97Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-29257?
CVE-2022-29257 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.6 (MEDIUM). Electron is a framework for writing cross-platform desktop applications using JavaScript (JS), HTML, and CSS. A vulnerability in versions prior to 18.0.0-beta.6, 17.2.0, 16.2.6, and 15.5.5 allows atta...
How severe is CVE-2022-29257?
CVE-2022-29257 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-29257?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Electronjs Electron.