File Parsing Type Confusion Vulnerability in Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt XE

CVE-2024-13049

What is CVE-2024-13049?

A vulnerability exists in Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt XE related to the parsing of XE files, where insufficient validation of user-supplied data allows for a type confusion vulnerability. This flaw can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected application. User interaction is necessary for the exploit to succeed, requiring the target user to visit a malicious web page or open a compromised XE file. Proper safeguards in file parsing and validation mechanisms are crucial to mitigate this threat.

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