CVE-2022-45188: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 12, 2022
·
Updated

Netatalk through 3.1.13 has an afpgetappl heap-based buffer overflow resulting in code execution via a crafted .appl file. This provides remote root access on some platforms such as FreeBSD (used for TrueNAS).

Affected Software

7 affected componentsFixes available
debian/netatalk<=3.1.12~ds-3
3.1.12~ds-3+deb10u43.1.12~ds-8+deb11u13.1.18~ds-1
Netatalk Netatalk<=3.1.13
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
Debian Debian Linux=11.0
Fedoraproject Fedora=36
Fedoraproject Fedora=37
Fedoraproject Fedora=38

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/netatalk to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.1.12~ds-3+deb10u4Fixed in 3.1.12~ds-8+deb11u1Fixed in 3.1.18~ds-1

Event History

Nov 12, 2022
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-45188?

CVE-2022-45188 is a vulnerability in Netatalk through 3.1.13 that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .appl file.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-45188?

CVE-2022-45188 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

3

Which platforms are affected by CVE-2022-45188?

Platforms such as FreeBSD (used for TrueNAS) are affected by CVE-2022-45188.

4

How can remote root access be achieved through CVE-2022-45188?

CVE-2022-45188 can provide remote root access on certain platforms, such as FreeBSD, by exploiting the afp_getappl heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-45188?

Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2022-45188. The affected software versions should be updated to versions that have addressed the vulnerability.

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