CVE-2022-33000

The ML-Scanner package in PyPI v0.1.0 to v0.1.5 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package

published June 24, 2022

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
80.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A backdoor in the ML-Scanner package could let attackers execute code remotely, snatching sensitive information with just a simple request! โšก Think of it like a hotel giving a guest an extra key to every room without checking their ID โ€” once inside, they can snoop around and take whatever they want! An attacker could exploit this backdoor to access sensitive user data, pilfer digital currency keys, and even escalate their privileges within the application. This kind of breach could lead to devastating losses and compromise user trust.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel giving a guest an extra key to every room without checking their ID โ€” once inside, they can snoop around and take whatever they want! The ML-Scanner package versions 0.1.0 to 0.1.5 contain a backdoor that leverages the request package, allowing unauthorized code execution and thus granting attackers access to sensitive information.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this backdoor to access sensitive user data, pilfer digital currency keys, and even escalate their privileges within the application. This kind of breach could lead to devastating losses and compromise user trust. Upgrade to the latest version of the ML-Scanner package to eliminate this vulnerability. Regularly review and audit your dependencies to ensure no other malicious code slips through! You've got this! With a swift upgrade, you can lock down your application and keep those digital keys safe! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02000 ยท 80.6th percentile
Published
2022-06-24T20:39Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 JUN 20:39Z
    The ML-Scanner package in PyPI v0.1.0 to v0.1.5 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package
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