CVE-2022-26255

Clash for Windows v0.19.8 was discovered to allow arbitrary code execution via a crafted payload injected into the Proxies name column

published March 27, 2022

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A single crafty payload can lead to complete chaos with Clash for Windows v0.19.8! It’s like slipping a fake order into a busy restaurant’s ticket printer and watching them serve a dish nobody asked for! 🍽️ Think of it like a chef receiving a menu order they never prepared for — if they take it seriously, they might serve up something totally unexpected! Here, an attacker can inject code into the Proxies name column, causing potentially harmful actions on the system. The implications are substantial: an attacker could execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized operations that might compromise the entire system. Imagine a malicious guest taking control of the kitchen — they could change recipes, ruin meals, and even poison the entire banquet!

Put simply

Think of it like a chef receiving a menu order they never prepared for — if they take it seriously, they might serve up something totally unexpected! Here, an attacker can inject code into the Proxies name column, causing potentially harmful actions on the system. This vulnerability allows arbitrary code execution through crafted payloads injected into the Proxies name column, as the application does not sufficiently validate input, creating a pathway for attackers.

What to do

The implications are substantial: an attacker could execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized operations that might compromise the entire system. Imagine a malicious guest taking control of the kitchen — they could change recipes, ruin meals, and even poison the entire banquet! To protect your systems, update Clash for Windows to the latest version immediately and ensure strict input validation is in place. Regularly audit your application for similar vulnerabilities to keep your environment safe! 🔒 You've got this! Following these steps will help lock things down and keep those rogue payloads at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01788 · 78.2th percentile
Published
2022-03-27T23:15Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 MAR 23:15Z
    Clash for Windows v0.19.8 was discovered to allow arbitrary code execution via a crafted payload injected into the Proxies name column
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