OS Command Injection in Sleuthkit's FLS Tool by The Sleuth Kit
CVE-2022-45639

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Sleuthkit

Status
The Sleuth Kit
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 January 2023

What is CVE-2022-45639?

The Sleuth Kit's FLS tool version 4.11.1 is susceptible to an OS command injection vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands by supplying a crafted input to the 'm' parameter. While there is some debate regarding the exploitability of this vulnerability in user account contexts, potential risks associated with improper input handling warrant attention. It is crucial for users and administrators to be aware of possible exploitation pathways and implement mitigating measures.

References

http://www.binaryworld.it/
https://www.binaryworld.it/guidepoc.asp#CVE-2022-45639
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/171649/Sleuthkit-4.1...

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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