CVE-2022-3133 in drawio
Summary
by MITRE • 09/09/2022
OS Command Injection in GitHub repository jgraph/drawio prior to 20.3.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/15/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-3133 represents a critical operating system command injection flaw discovered in the jgraph/drawio repository prior to version 20.3.0. This repository serves as the foundation for drawio desktop and web applications, which are widely used for creating diagrams and visual representations across various industries. The flaw exists in the application's handling of user-provided input within the context of command execution, creating a significant security risk for organizations relying on this diagramming tool.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the drawio application's processing pipeline. When users interact with the application and provide certain inputs that are subsequently processed through system commands, the application fails to properly escape or filter malicious payloads. This allows attackers to inject arbitrary operating system commands that execute with the privileges of the application process. The vulnerability specifically manifests when the application processes user data that gets passed to system-level functions without adequate security controls. According to CWE-77, this maps directly to command injection vulnerabilities where untrusted data is incorporated into operating system commands, making it a direct violation of secure coding practices.
The operational impact of CVE-2022-3133 extends beyond simple data compromise, as successful exploitation can lead to complete system compromise and persistent access within affected environments. An attacker could potentially execute malicious commands that allow for privilege escalation, data exfiltration, system reconnaissance, or even lateral movement within network infrastructure. The vulnerability affects both desktop and web deployments of the drawio application, meaning that organizations using either platform are at risk. This represents a significant concern for enterprises that rely on diagramming tools for business-critical processes, as the attack surface includes not only the primary application but also any systems where the application is installed or hosted. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.001 for command and scripting interpreter, specifically targeting the execution of operating system commands through legitimate system interfaces.
Organizations should prioritize immediate remediation by upgrading to drawio version 20.3.0 or later, which includes proper input validation and sanitization measures. Additionally, implementing network segmentation and access controls around systems running the vulnerable application can help limit potential exploitation. Security teams should also conduct thorough vulnerability assessments to identify any systems that may have been compromised through this vulnerability. The mitigation strategy should include monitoring for unusual system activity, particularly around command execution patterns, and implementing proper input validation at multiple layers of the application architecture. Organizations should also consider deploying web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems to help identify and block exploitation attempts targeting this specific vulnerability.