CVE-2022-32997: Critical severity pypi rootinteractive vulnerability

Published Jun 24, 2022
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Updated

The RootInteractive package in PyPI v0.0.5 to v0.0.19b0 was discovered to contain a code execution backdoor via the request package. This vulnerability allows attackers to access sensitive user information and digital currency keys, as well as escalate privileges.

Affected Software

3 affected components
PyPI Rootinteractive Pypi>=0.0.5<0.0.19
PyPI Rootinteractive Pypi=0.0.19
PyPI Rootinteractive Pypi=0.0.19-b0

Event History

Jun 24, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:39 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-32997?

CVE-2022-32997 has a high severity rating due to its potential for code execution and sensitive data exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-32997?

To fix CVE-2022-32997, upgrade the RootInteractive package to version 0.0.19b1 or later.

3

What vulnerabilities does CVE-2022-32997 exploit?

CVE-2022-32997 exploits vulnerabilities within the RootInteractive package by leveraging a backdoor in the request package.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2022-32997 on my system?

CVE-2022-32997 may lead to unauthorized code execution, disclosure of sensitive user information, and privilege escalation.

5

Which versions of the RootInteractive package are affected by CVE-2022-32997?

CVE-2022-32997 affects the RootInteractive package versions 0.0.5 through 0.0.19b0.

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