CVE-2022-38792 exotel-py includes code execution backdoor inserted by a third party
A backdoor in the exotel-py Python package allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a compromised third-party dependency.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2022-38792?
CVE-2022-38792 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 Aug 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
The exotel (aka exotel-py) package in PyPI as of 0.1.6 includes a code execution backdoor inserted by a third party.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-38792?
3 open source packages ship an affected version, including exotel. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
exotel PyPI | All versions | None |
exotel PyPI | All versions | None |
exotel PyPI | All versions | None |
Products include Exotel Project Exotel.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38792?
No fix has been published for CVE-2022-38792 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2022-38792 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-38792 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-cv6j-9835-p7fh, PYSEC-2022-43134.