CVE-2022-45307
First published: Tue Nov 29 2022(Updated: )
Insecure permissions in Chocolatey PHP package v8.1.12 and below grants all users in the Authenticated Users group write privileges for the subfolder C:\tools\php81 and all files located in that folder.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Chocolatey | <=8.1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-45307?
CVE-2022-45307 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its insecure permissions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-45307?
To fix CVE-2022-45307, you need to adjust the permissions of the C:\tools\php81 folder to restrict write access.
Which versions of Chocolatey PHP are affected by CVE-2022-45307?
CVE-2022-45307 affects Chocolatey PHP version 8.1.12 and below.
What problem does CVE-2022-45307 pose for users?
CVE-2022-45307 allows all users in the Authenticated Users group to write to the vulnerable folder, potentially leading to unauthorized changes.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2022-45307?
Currently, there is no widely reported exploit for CVE-2022-45307, but the permissions issue poses a security risk.
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