CVE-2022-40978
First published: Mon Sep 19 2022(Updated: )
The installer of JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA before 2022.2.2 was vulnerable to EXE search order hijacking
Credit: cve@jetbrains.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA | <2022.2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40978?
CVE-2022-40978 refers to the vulnerability in the installer of JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA before 2022.2.2.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-40978?
CVE-2022-40978 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How does CVE-2022-40978 affect JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA?
CVE-2022-40978 affects JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA versions before 2022.2.2.
What is EXE search order hijacking?
EXE search order hijacking is a vulnerability where an attacker can trick Windows into executing a malicious executable by manipulating the order in which the operating system searches for executables.
How can I fix CVE-2022-40978?
To fix CVE-2022-40978, update JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA to version 2022.2.2 or newer.
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