Vulnerability in Matrix Matrix_irc_bridge
CVE-2022-29166
matrix-appservice-irc is a Node.js IRC bridge for Matrix. The vulnerability in node-irc allows an attacker to manipulate a Matrix user into executing IRC commands by having them reply to a maliciously crafted message. The vulnerability has…
EPSS: 0.009 (55.5th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.
CVSS v3 metric
CVSS v3 base score 8.0 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.
Affected products
- Matrix Matrix_irc_bridge
- Matrix-org Matrix-appservice-irc — versions < 0.34.0
Weakness classification (CWE)
References
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_CONFIRM, Third Party Advisory)
- security-advisories@github.com (x_refsource_MISC, Release Notes, Vendor Advisory)
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-29166?
- CVE-2022-29166 is a high-severity vulnerability in Matrix Matrix_irc_bridge, classified under Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component (Injection). CVSS score: 8.0/10. Published 2022-05-05.
- How severe is CVE-2022-29166?
- High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.0 out of 10.