CVE-2022-29818 : Security Advisory and Response

JetBrains' IntelliJ IDEA before version 2022.1 is impacted by a vulnerability due to flawed origin checks in its internal web server.

Understanding CVE-2022-29818

This CVE record details a security issue affecting IntelliJ IDEA by JetBrains.

What is CVE-2022-29818?

The vulnerability in JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA before version 2022.1 is related to flawed origin checks in the internal web server.

The Impact of CVE-2022-29818

The CVSS base score for CVE-2022-29818 is 3.9, categorizing the severity as low with confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts also rated as low.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-29818

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability stems from origin validation errors in IntelliJ IDEA's internal web server before version 2022.1.

Affected Systems and Versions

IntelliJ IDEA versions earlier than 2022.1 are affected by this origin validation error.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited locally with low attack complexity and user interaction required.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems against CVE-2022-29818 requires immediate action and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Users should update IntelliJ IDEA to version 2022.1 or newer to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Employing secure coding practices, regular security audits, and implementing access controls can enhance overall system security.

Patching and Updates

Regularly checking for software updates and promptly applying patches offered by JetBrains is crucial to address security vulnerabilities.