InSpec Archive Command Vulnerable to Maliciously Crafted Profile
CVE-2023-42658

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Progress Software
Status
Chef Inspec
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 October 2023

What is CVE-2023-42658?

A vulnerability in Chef InSpec allows attackers to execute arbitrary local commands through a specially crafted profile. This security flaw affects versions prior to 4.56.58 and 5.22.29, enabling potential exploitation that could compromise the integrity of the system. Users are advised to upgrade to secure versions and follow best cybersecurity practices to mitigate risks.

Affected Version(s)

Chef InSpec Windows 4.0.0

Chef InSpec Windows 4.0.0 < 4.56.58

Chef InSpec Windows 5.0.0 < 5.22.29

References

https://docs.chef.io/release_notes_inspec/
release-notes
https://docs.chef.io/inspec/cli/
release-notes
https://community.progress.com/s/article/Product-Alert-Bu...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

HackerOne - tas50
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