Code Execution Backdoor in hour_of_code_python_2015 by jminh
CVE-2023-24107

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Hour Of Code Python 2015 Project
Status
Hour Of Code Python 2015
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 February 2023

Summary

A code execution backdoor was identified in a specific commit of the hour_of_code_python_2015 project. This vulnerability stems from the use of the request package, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code and potentially access sensitive user information. Users of this project are advised to review their implementations and patch accordingly to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://mirrors.neusoft.edu.cn/pypi/web/simple/request/
https://github.com/jminh/hour_of_code_python_2015/
https://github.com/jminh/hour_of_code_python_2015/issues/4

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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