CVE-2022-50917 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

ProtonVPN 1.26.0 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in its WireGuard service configuration that allows local attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path by placing malicious executables in specific file system locations to gain elevated privileges during service startup.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Proton	Protonvpn	1.26.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-428

References

https://protonvpn.com/Broken Link
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50837ExploitVDB Entry
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/protonvpn-unquoted-service-pathThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2022-50917?

CVE-2022-50917 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). ProtonVPN 1.26.0 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in its WireGuard service configuration that allows local attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code. Attackers can exploit the unq...

How severe is CVE-2022-50917?

CVE-2022-50917 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2022-50917?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Proton Protonvpn.