Unauthorized Access Leads to Remote Code Execution
CVE-2024-6782

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Calibre
Status
Calibre
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 August 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability in Calibre versions 6.9.0 through 7.14.0 pertains to improper access control, enabling unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely. This flaw raises concerns regarding unauthorized access and system integrity, highlighting the need for users to update their versions promptly to mitigate potential risks. Corrective measures have been taken, and patches are available to address this vulnerability, ensuring enhanced security against exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Calibre 6.9.0 <= 7.14.0

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:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
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

Collectors

NVD DatabaseMitre Database2 Proof of Concept(s)

Credit

Amos Ng (@LFlare) of STAR Labs SG Pte. Ltd. (@starlabs_sg)
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