CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2022-38886: Malicious File Upload

First published: Mon Sep 19 2022(Updated: )

The d8s-xml for python, as distributed on PyPI, included a potential code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The backdoor is the democritus-strings package. The affected version is 0.1.0.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
D8s-xml=0.1.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-38886?

    CVE-2022-38886 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for code execution via the backdoor.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-38886?

    To mitigate CVE-2022-38886, remove the d8s-xml package version 0.1.0 and avoid using the affected democritus-strings package.

  • What are the risks associated with CVE-2022-38886?

    The risks of CVE-2022-38886 include unauthorized code execution which may lead to data compromise or system manipulation.

  • Which version of d8s-xml is affected by CVE-2022-38886?

    CVE-2022-38886 specifically affects version 0.1.0 of the d8s-xml package.

  • Can CVE-2022-38886 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2022-38886 can potentially be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.

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