Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability in Mozilla VPN
CVE-2022-0517

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Mozilla
Status
Mozilla Vpn
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 December 2022

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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Affected Version(s)

Mozilla VPN < 2.7.1

References

https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2022-08/
https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1752291

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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