CVE-2022-48522: Critical severity Perl Perl vulnerability
In Perl 5.34.0, function Sfinduninitvar in sv.c has a stack-based crash that can lead to remote code execution or local privilege escalation.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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debian/perlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.28.1-6+deb10u1Fixed in 5.32.1-4+deb11u3Fixed in 5.32.1-4+deb11u1Fixed in 5.36.0-7+deb12u1Fixed in 5.38.2-3Fixed in 5.38.2-3.2 - Upgrade
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ubuntu/perlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.34.0-3ubuntu1.3
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-48522?
CVE-2022-48522 is a vulnerability in Perl 5.34.0 that allows for a stack-based crash leading to remote code execution or local privilege escalation.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-48522?
CVE-2022-48522 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).
How does CVE-2022-48522 affect Perl?
CVE-2022-48522 affects Perl 5.34.0.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-48522?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2022-48522. It is recommended to update to a patched version of Perl 5.34.1 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-48522?
For more information about CVE-2022-48522, you can refer to the references provided: [Link 1](https://github.com/Perl/perl5/blob/79a7b254d85a10b65126ad99bf10e70480569d68/sv.c#L16336-L16345), [Link 2](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230915-0008/)