CVE-2022-26488: High severity python 2.7 vulnerability
In Python before 3.10.3 on Windows, local users can gain privileges because the search path is inadequately secured. The installer may allow a local attacker to add user-writable directories to the system search path. To exploit, an administrator must have installed Python for all users and enabled PATH entries. A non-administrative user can trigger a repair that incorrectly adds user-writable paths into PATH, enabling search-path hijacking of other users and system services. This affects Python (CPython) through 3.7.12, 3.8.x through 3.8.12, 3.9.x through 3.9.10, and 3.10.x through 3.10.2.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-26488?
CVE-2022-26488 is a vulnerability in Python before 3.10.3 on Windows that allows local users to gain privileges due to inadequate security in the search path.
How does CVE-2022-26488 affect Python?
CVE-2022-26488 affects Python versions before 3.10.3 on Windows.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-26488?
CVE-2022-26488 has a severity rating of high.
How can a local user exploit CVE-2022-26488?
To exploit CVE-2022-26488, a local attacker must have installed Python for all users and enabled user-writable directories.
Are there any references for CVE-2022-26488?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2022-26488 at the following links: [link1](https://mail.python.org/archives/list/security-announce@python.org/thread/657Z4XULWZNIY5FRP3OWXHYKUSIH6DMN/) and [link2](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20220419-0005/).