#VU69144 Information disclosure in Microsoft .NET Framework and NuGet - CVE-2022-41064

Vulnerability identifier: #VU69144

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-41064

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft .NET Framework
Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications
NuGet
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the application in .NET Framework. A remote user on the local network can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft .NET Framework: 3.5, 4.6.2, 4.7 - 4.7.2, 4.8 - 4.8.1

NuGet: 2.1.2 - 4.8.5

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External links
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-41064

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.