Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability in Mozilla VPN

CVE-2022-0517

What is CVE-2022-0517?

Mozilla VPN is susceptible to a vulnerability that permits the loading of an OpenSSL configuration file from an unsecured directory. This exposure can potentially be exploited by an attacker or a user with limited privileges to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM-level permissions. The affected versions include Mozilla VPN prior to 2.7.1, highlighting the critical need for users to upgrade to secure their systems against potential exploitation.

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