CVE-2023-44451 Linux Mint Xreader EPUB File Parsing Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening malicious EPUB files in Linux Mint Xreader due to improper path validation.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-44451?
CVE-2023-44451 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in Linux Mint Xreader, published on 3 May 2024. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Linux Mint Xreader EPUB File Parsing Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Linux Mint Xreader. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
The specific flaw exists within the parsing of EPUB files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-21897.
Weakness: CWE-22
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-44451?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Linuxmint Xreader.
How do I fix CVE-2023-44451?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-44451 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.
Is CVE-2023-44451 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-44451 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Public exploit code: 1 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Other vulnerabilities in Linux Mint Xreader
Sources
Also known as GHSA-6p7r-9243-f28g.