CVE-2022-34054

The Perdido package in PyPI v0.0.1 to v0.0.2 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 sneaky backdoor lies in the Perdido package, exposing you to potential code execution! This is like having a trusted delivery person who can open every box, but instead, they decide to take a peek inside! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of the Perdido package like a package delivery service that secretly allows the delivery person to rummage through every box. By exploiting this flaw, an attacker can access sensitive user information and even digital currency keys, taking advantage of trust to access your most valuable items. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to the theft of sensitive user information and digital currency keys. This could result in privilege escalation, giving them complete control over the affected systems and compromising your data completely.

Put simply

Think of the Perdido package like a package delivery service that secretly allows the delivery person to rummage through every box. By exploiting this flaw, an attacker can access sensitive user information and even digital currency keys, taking advantage of trust to access your most valuable items. This vulnerability in the Perdido package (versions 0.0.1 to 0.0.2) allows attackers to execute arbitrary code through a backdoor that leverages the request package, creating a pathway for unauthorized access.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to the theft of sensitive user information and digital currency keys. This could result in privilege escalation, giving them complete control over the affected systems and compromising your data completely. To secure your systems, update the Perdido package immediately to the latest version or remove it altogether if you are using versions 0.0.1 to 0.0.2. Ensure to audit any dependencies for similar vulnerabilities and monitor user activity for suspicious behavior. You've got this! By taking these steps, you're already on your way to strengthening your defenses! 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 Perdido package in PyPI v0.0.1 to v0.0.2 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package
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