CVE-2022-45481CWE-306

The default configuration of Lazy Mouse does not require a password, allowing remote unauthenticated users to execute arbitrary code with no prior…

Critical · published December 5, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
77.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 No password? No problem for attackers! The default setting in Lazy Mouse lets unauthenticated users execute arbitrary code at will — it’s like leaving the front door wide open! 🔥 Think of it as a fast food restaurant with a drive-thru that doesn’t bother to check orders. Anyone can pull up, grab what they want, and make any changes they like without anyone batting an eye. An attacker could stroll in and execute any code, which could lead to data breaches, system manipulation, or even complete server takeovers! This could be absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this software — imagine the chaos!

Put simply

Think of it as a fast food restaurant with a drive-thru that doesn’t bother to check orders. Anyone can pull up, grab what they want, and make any changes they like without anyone batting an eye. CVE-2022-45481 stems from a configuration flaw in Lazy Mouse, where the lack of a password allows remote unauthenticated users to execute arbitrary code without any prior authorization or authentication.

What to do

An attacker could stroll in and execute any code, which could lead to data breaches, system manipulation, or even complete server takeovers! This could be absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this software — imagine the chaos! Immediately secure your Lazy Mouse installation by enabling password protection in the settings. Additionally, review your current configuration and update to the latest version where this issue has been addressed. You’ve got this! Implement these steps and you’ll transform your setup into a security fortress! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01766 · 77.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-306 · Missing Authentication for Critical Function
Published
2022-12-05T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 DEC 00:00Z
    The default configuration of Lazy Mouse does not require a password, allowing remote unauthenticated users to execute arbitrary code with no prior…
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