Untrusted Search Path Vulnerability in DocuWorks by Fuji Xerox
CVE-2017-10849

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Fuji Xerox Co.,ltd.

Status
Self-extracting Document Generated By Docuworks
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 September 2017

What is CVE-2017-10849?

An untrusted search path vulnerability exists in Self-extracting documents created by DocuWorks 8.0.7 and earlier versions. This security flaw allows attackers to potentially gain elevated privileges by placing a malicious DLL file in an unspecified directory. If executed, the compromised document may load the unauthorized DLL, leading to possible exploitation and unauthorized access. Users of affected versions are urged to apply necessary updates or mitigations to safeguard against potential intrusions.

Affected Version(s)

Self-extracting document generated by DocuWorks 8.0.7 and earlier

References

https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN09769017/index.html
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http://www.fujixerox.co.jp/company/news/notice/2017/0831_...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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