Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Linux Mint Xreader
CVE-2023-44451

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Linux Mint
Status
Xreader
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

Summary

A directory traversal vulnerability has been identified in Linux Mint Xreader, specifically related to its parsing of EPUB files. This flaw arises due to insufficient validation of user-supplied paths before they are utilized in file operations. Remote attackers could exploit this vulnerability, enabling them to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user. Successful exploitation requires the target user to open a malicious EPUB file or access a harmful webpage that prompts the download of a vulnerable file.

Affected Version(s)

Xreader 3.8.2

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1835/
x_research-advisory
https://github.com/linuxmint/xreader/commit/141f1313745b9...
vendor-advisory

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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