CVE-2024-58278 IndigoSTAR Software - perl2exe <= V30.10C - Arbitrary Code Execution
Local attackers can execute arbitrary code by manipulating the 0th argument of packed executables, bypassing restrictions in perl2exe.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2024-58278?
CVE-2024-58278 is a high-severity command injection vulnerability in IndigoSTAR Software perl2exe, published on 4 Dec 2025. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
perl2exe <= V30.10C contains an arbitrary code execution vulnerability that allows local authenticated attackers to execute malicious scripts. Attackers can control the 0th argument of packed executables to execute another executable, allowing them to bypass restrictions and gain unauthorized access.
Weakness: CWE-78
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-58278?
How do I fix CVE-2024-58278?
No fix has been published for CVE-2024-58278 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and pass arguments to programs as a list instead of through a shell. More about Command injection.
Is CVE-2024-58278 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-58278 exists.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-vf6v-fgrr-5wwf.