Debian update for ipython



Published: 2022-02-02
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2022-21699
CWE-ID CWE-269
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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ipython (Debian package)
Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component

Vendor Debian

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper Privilege Management

EUVDB-ID: #VU60245

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-21699

CWE-ID: CWE-269 - Improper Privilege Management

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management when handling cross user temporary files. A local user can execute arbitrary code with privileges of another user.

Mitigation

Update ipython package to one of the following versions: 5.8.0-1+deb10u1, 7.20.0-1+deb11u1.

Vulnerable software versions

ipython (Debian package): before 7.20.0-1+deb11u1

External links

http://www.debian.org/security/2022/dsa-5065


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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