CVE-2022-31799: Bottle before 0.12.20 Early Request Binding Error
Summary
CVE-2022-31799: Bottle before 0.12.20 mishandles errors during early request binding. Affects bottle across 3 version ranges.
< 0.12.20
< a2b0ee6bb4ce88895429ec4aca856616244c4c4c
< e140e1b54da721a660f2eb9d58a106b7b3ff2f00
Fixed in e140e1b54da721a660f2eb9d58a106b7b3ff2f00. How to fix ↓
Also tracked for
- python-bottle · Debian:11
The same CVE-2022-31799 is tracked separately for each ecosystem and vendor. Its fix information is the same; the package and affected versions differ.
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Background
Bottle is a popular Python web framework that is used for building web applications. It is known for its simplicity and lightweight design, making it a preferred choice for small to medium-sized projects. The framework provides a range of features, including routing, templating, and request handling. However, versions of Bottle before 0.12.20 are vulnerable to an early request binding error, which can lead to potential security issues.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in Bottle before 0.12.20 occurs during early request binding. This mishandling of errors can allow attackers to exploit the application and potentially gain unauthorized access or execute arbitrary code. The issue arises from a flaw in the request handling process, which can be triggered by specially crafted requests. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to various consequences, such as data breaches, privilege escalation, or denial-of-service attacks.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
e140e1b54da721a660f2eb9d58a106b7b3ff2f00
This is the first release that contains the fix.
pip install --upgrade "bottle==e140e1b54da721a660f2eb9d58a106b7b3ff2f00"Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is crucial to update to the latest version of Bottle to ensure the security of the application.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in Bottle before 0.12.20 poses a significant risk to the security of web applications using this framework. It is crucial to update to the latest version of Bottle (0.12.20 or later) to mitigate the early request binding error. Failure to address this vulnerability can lead to potential security breaches and unauthorized access. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
This vulnerability can allow attackers to exploit the application and potentially gain unauthorized access or execute arbitrary code. It can lead to data breaches, privilege escalation, or denial-of-service attacks.
You can use Vulert's playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability. Simply provide your Pipfile.lock, and Vulert will analyze it for any open-source vulnerabilities, including CVE-2022-31799.
At the time of this report, there are no known public exploits for this vulnerability. However, it is crucial to update to the latest version of Bottle to mitigate any potential risks.
Unfortunately, there are no known temporary measures or workarounds for this vulnerability. It is highly recommended to update to the latest version of Bottle as soon as possible.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the official advisory database of PyPA at https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/blob/main/vulns/bottle/PYSEC-2022-227.yaml
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