CVE-2022-33000: Critical severity pypi ml-scanner vulnerability

Published Jun 24, 2022
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Updated

The ML-Scanner package in PyPI v0.1.0 to v0.1.5 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

1 affected component
PyPI Ml-scanner Pypi>=0.1.0<=0.1.5

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-2022-33000?

CVE-2022-33000 has been categorized as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution and data exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-33000?

To fix CVE-2022-33000, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of the ML-Scanner package that is greater than 0.1.5.

3

What types of information are at risk with CVE-2022-33000?

CVE-2022-33000 exposes sensitive user information including digital currency keys and allows privilege escalation.

4

Which versions of ML-Scanner are affected by CVE-2022-33000?

CVE-2022-33000 affects all versions of the ML-Scanner package from 0.1.0 to 0.1.5.

5

What is ML-Scanner in relation to CVE-2022-33000?

ML-Scanner is a package available on PyPI that contains a vulnerability allowing code execution through a backdoor in specific versions.

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