CVE-2022-35857

kvf-admin through 2022-02-12 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code because deserialization is mishandled

published July 13, 2022

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A missing safeguard allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, all thanks to a mismanaged rememberMe parameter! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a restaurant that leaves the door open, allowing anyone to just waltz in and cook whatever they want without any checks โ€” that's exactly how this deserialization issue works. ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ An attacker could leverage this flaw to run any code they choose, potentially compromising sensitive information or taking full control of the system. This could lead to devastating consequences, including data loss or unauthorized access to critical functions.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that leaves the door open, allowing anyone to just waltz in and cook whatever they want without any checks โ€” that's exactly how this deserialization issue works. ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ This vulnerability stems from mishandling deserialization of the rememberMe parameter, which is encrypted with a hardcoded key, allowing unauthorized code execution without proper validation.

What to do

An attacker could leverage this flaw to run any code they choose, potentially compromising sensitive information or taking full control of the system. This could lead to devastating consequences, including data loss or unauthorized access to critical functions. To protect yourself, audit your application to ensure that all parameters, especially those related to authentication, are properly validated before deserialization. Consider updating to a patched version if one is available, or refactor the usage of hardcoded keys. You've got this! Addressing this vulnerability will help keep your system safe and sound. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01778 ยท 78.1th percentile
Published
2022-07-13T21:22Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 JUL 21:22Z
    kvf-admin through 2022-02-12 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code because deserialization is mishandled
    cvelistv5