Debian update for fish
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2022-20001 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-74 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Debian Linux Operating systems & Components / Operating system fish (Debian package) Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component |
| Vendor | Debian |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component
EUVDB-ID: #VU61467
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-20001
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a flaw in the "fish_git_prompt" function. A remote attacker can trick a victim to navigate a specially crafted GIT repository and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
MitigationUpdate fish package to version 3.1.2-3+deb11u1.
Vulnerable software versionsDebian Linux: All versions
fish (Debian package): before 3.1.2-3+deb11u1
External linkshttp://www.debian.org/security/2022/dsa-5234
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
