CVE-2022-30885

The pyesasky for python, as distributed on PyPI, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party

published June 24, 2022

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A hidden backdoor sneaked into pyesasky on PyPI, allowing potential code execution by third parties! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that accidentally served a tampered dish because someone sneaked in an ingredient that wasn't on the menu. This means any unsuspecting customer could have a surprise they didn’t order! If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on systems using affected versions, turning your environment into a playground for malicious activities. Imagine the chaos if your trusted tools start running rogue scripts without your knowledge!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that accidentally served a tampered dish because someone sneaked in an ingredient that wasn't on the menu. This means any unsuspecting customer could have a surprise they didn’t order! This vulnerability in pyesasky stems from a backdoor inserted by a third party, which allows unauthorized code execution. Versions 1.2.0 to 1.4.2 are affected, making it crucial to be cautious with installations from PyPI during this window.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on systems using affected versions, turning your environment into a playground for malicious activities. Imagine the chaos if your trusted tools start running rogue scripts without your knowledge! Upgrade to the latest version of pyesasky, ensuring you're using version 1.4.3 or higher, which has this backdoor removed. Additionally, audit your codebase to verify that no malicious code has been executed from previous versions. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll help secure your project like a superhero protecting the code universe! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02141 · 81.9th percentile
Published
2022-06-24T20:41Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 JUN 20:41Z
    The pyesasky for python, as distributed on PyPI, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party
    cvelistv5