Vulnerability Description
Arduino Create Agent is a package to help manage Arduino development. This vulnerability affects the endpoint `/v2/pkgs/tools/installed` and the way it handles plugin names supplied as user input. A user who has the ability to perform HTTP requests to the localhost interface, or is able to bypass the CORS configuration, can delete arbitrary files or folders belonging to the user that runs the Arduino Create Agent via a crafted HTTP DELETE request. This issue has been addressed in version `1.3.3`. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this issue.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Arduino | Create Agent | < 1.3.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/arduino/arduino-create-agent/releases/tag/1.3.3
- https://github.com/arduino/arduino-create-agent/security/advisories/GHSA-mjq6-pvVendor Advisory
- https://www.nozominetworks.com/blog/security-flaws-affect-a-component-of-the-ard
- https://github.com/arduino/arduino-create-agent/releases/tag/1.3.3
- https://github.com/arduino/arduino-create-agent/security/advisories/GHSA-mjq6-pvVendor Advisory
- https://www.nozominetworks.com/blog/security-flaws-affect-a-component-of-the-ard
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-43801?
CVE-2023-43801 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). Arduino Create Agent is a package to help manage Arduino development. This vulnerability affects the endpoint `/v2/pkgs/tools/installed` and the way it handles plugin names supplied as user input. A u...
How severe is CVE-2023-43801?
CVE-2023-43801 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-43801?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Arduino Create Agent.