Vulnerability identifier: #VU70037

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-26488

CWE-ID: CWE-426

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Python
Universal components / Libraries / Scripting languages

Vendor: Python.org

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to the search path being inadequately secured. A non-administrative user can trigger a repair that incorrectly adds user-writable paths into PATH, enabling search-path hijacking of other users and system services.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Python: 3.10.0 - 3.10.2

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External links
http://mail.python.org/archives/list/security-announce@python.org/thread/657Z4XULWZNIY5FRP3OWXHYKUSIH6DMN/
http://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20220419-0005/

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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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.