Command Injection Vulnerability in ExifTool by Phil Harvey
CVE-2022-23935

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Exiftool Project

Status
Exiftool
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 January 2022

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 27%

What is CVE-2022-23935?

A vulnerability exists in ExifTool before version 12.38 due to improper handling of checks in the lib/Image/ExifTool.pm file. This flaw can be exploited through specially crafted inputs that lead to command injection, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the host system. It's essential for users and administrators to review and update their installations to mitigate potential risks.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2022-23935
Created by BKreisel

CVE-2022-23935
Created by cowsecurity

CVE-2022-23935-PoC-Exploit
Created by dpbe32

References

https://github.com/exiftool/exiftool/commit/74dbab1d2766d...
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https://gist.github.com/ert-plus/1414276e4cb5d56dd431c2f0...
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EPSS Score

27% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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