Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Forkosh Mime Tex Software by Forkosh
CVE-2024-40445

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Forkosh
Status
Mime Tex
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 April 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

The Forkosh Mime Tex software, prior to version 1.77, is susceptible to a directory traversal vulnerability. This flaw enables an attacker to manipulate file paths and potentially upload malicious files, culminating in arbitrary code execution on the server. Proper input validation measures should be implemented to mitigate this risk.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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