Code Execution Backdoor in KGExplore Package for Python
CVE-2022-33002

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Pypi

Status
Explore
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 June 2022

What is CVE-2022-33002?

The KGExplore package for Python from PyPI versions 0.1.1 and 0.1.2 contains a vulnerability that introduces a code execution backdoor via the request package. This flaw compromises the security of applications leveraging KGExplore, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive user information, including digital currency keys, and facilitating potential privilege escalation. Developers using the affected versions should review their implementations and upgrade to a secure version to mitigate these risks.

References

http://pypi.doubanio.com/simple/request
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https://pypi.org/project/kgexplore/
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https://github.com/smoothnlp/KGExplore/issues/13
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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