Vulnerability Description
Mist is the command-line interface for the makedeb Package Repository. Prior to version 0.9.5, a user-provided `sudo` binary via the `PATH` variable can allow a local user to run arbitrary commands on the user's system with root permissions. Versions 0.9.5 and later contain a patch. No known workarounds exist.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Makedeb | Mist | < 0.9.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/makedeb/mist/commit/e257561a32cffe3c541b265097959adaea3d6b67PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/makedeb/mist/releases/tag/v0.9.5Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/makedeb/mist/security/advisories/GHSA-pxg4-7c7r-2ww6Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/makedeb/mist/commit/e257561a32cffe3c541b265097959adaea3d6b67PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/makedeb/mist/releases/tag/v0.9.5Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/makedeb/mist/security/advisories/GHSA-pxg4-7c7r-2ww6Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-39245?
CVE-2022-39245 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). Mist is the command-line interface for the makedeb Package Repository. Prior to version 0.9.5, a user-provided `sudo` binary via the `PATH` variable can allow a local user to run arbitrary commands on...
How severe is CVE-2022-39245?
CVE-2022-39245 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-39245?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Makedeb Mist.