CVE-2023-22809 is a critical vulnerability that affects the popular sudo software, specifically the sudoedit command. This vulnerability allows an attacker to gain root privileges on a targeted system by exploiting a flaw present in the sudoedit command.
Exploiting the CVE-2023-22809 vulnerability involves passing a specially crafted argument to the sudoedit command. This triggers the creation of a new file with root privileges. The attacker can then manipulate the content of this file, providing them with the ability to gain elevated privileges.
Key information about the CVE-2023-22809 vulnerability includes:
- Severity: Critical
- Affected Product: sudo
- Affected Versions: 1.8.0 through 1.9.12.p1
- Patched Version: 1.9.12.p2
- Exploitability: Remote
- CVSS Score: 9.8
To execute the script that takes advantage of this vulnerability, use the following command:
python3 CVE-2023-22809.py
It is important to note that exploiting vulnerabilities without proper authorization is both illegal and unethical. This description is provided for educational and general awareness purposes only.