Uncontrolled Search Path Element Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-44437

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Ashlar-vellum

Status
Cobalt
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

What is CVE-2023-44437?

Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt contains a vulnerability that enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on installations of the software. This issue arises when the application processes certain file types, leading to the loading of a library from an unsecured location. A successful exploitation requires the user to visit a malicious webpage or to open a compromised file. Attackers can take advantage of this vulnerability to execute code within the context of the affected process, posing a significant security risk.

Affected Version(s)

Cobalt Cobalt v12 Beta Build 1204.67

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1595/
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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

CVSS V3.0

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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