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CVE-2022-21718

3.4 · LOW

Electron is a framework for writing cross-platform desktop applications using JavaScript, HTML and CSS.

Published Mar 22, 2022CWE-668EPSS 0.95%

Overview

CVE-2022-21718 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 22, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.4 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.4, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Electron is a framework for writing cross-platform desktop applications using JavaScript, HTML and CSS. A vulnerability in versions prior to `17.0.0-alpha.6`, `16.0.6`, `15.3.5`, `14.2.4`, and `13.6.6` allows renderers to obtain access to a bluetooth device via the web bluetooth API if the app has not configured a custom `select-bluetooth-device` event handler. This has been patched and Electron versions `17.0.0-alpha.6`, `16.0.6`, `15.3.5`, `14.2.4`, and `13.6.6` contain the fix. Code from the GitHub Security Advisory can be added to the app to work around the issue.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-21718?

CVE-2022-21718 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 22, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.4 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2022-21718?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.4, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-21718?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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