Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Beginner Package from PyPI
CVE-2022-33004

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Pypi

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 June 2022

What is CVE-2022-33004?

The Beginner package from PyPI, specifically versions 0.0.2 through 0.0.4, has been found to contain a significant vulnerability that allows for remote code execution. This flaw, attributed to a compromised 'request' package, enables unauthorized attackers to execute arbitrary code. As a consequence, attackers can potentially gain access to sensitive user information, including personal data and digital currency keys, and may escalate their privileges within a compromised system.

References

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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