CVE-2010-20120

Public Exploit
Maple <= v13 Maplet File Creation and Command Execution

Description

Maple versions up to and including 13's Maplet framework allows embedded commands to be executed automatically when a .maplet file is opened. This behavior bypasses standard security restrictions that normally prevent code execution in regular Maple worksheets. The vulnerability enables attackers to craft malicious .maplet files that execute arbitrary code without user interaction.

Category

8.4
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Third-Party Advisory juniper.net Third-Party Advisory vulncheck.com
Affected: Maplesoft Maple
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.maplesoft.com/products/maple/ product
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/16308 exploit
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/exploits/multi/fileformat/maple_maplet.rb exploit
https://www.juniper.net/us/en/threatlabs/ips-signatures/detail.HTTP:MISC:MAPLE-MAPLET-CMD-EXEC.html third party advisory
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/maple-maplet-file-creation-command-execution third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-20120?
CVE-2010-20120 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2010-20120?
To fix CVE-2010-20120, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2010-20120 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2010-20120 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2010-20120?
CVE-2010-20120 affects Maplesoft Maple.
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