CVE-2022-46996 Supply chain in n/a
A backdoor in the request package allows attackers to execute code, steal sensitive data, and escalate privileges.
- 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-2022-46996?
CVE-2022-46996 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Dec 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
vSphere_selfuse commit 2a9fe074a64f6a0dd8ac02f21e2f10d66cac5749 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package. This vulnerability allows attackers to access sensitive user information and digital currency keys, as well as escalate privileges.
Weakness: CWE-912
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-46996?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Vsphere Selfuse Project Vsphere Selfuse.
How do I fix CVE-2022-46996?
No fix has been published for CVE-2022-46996 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2022-46996 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-46996 exists.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-5q5h-874v-f63h.