CVE-2014-2720

Public Exploit

Description

IZArc 4.1.8 displays a file's name on the basis of a ZIP archive's Central Directory entry, but launches this file on the basis of a ZIP archive's local file header, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to conduct file-extension spoofing attacks via a modified Central Directory, as demonstrated by unintended code execution prompted by a .jpg extension in the Central Directory and a .exe extension in the local file header.

Category

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.00% Top 20%
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.xchg.info/?p=418 exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-2720?
CVE-2014-2720 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2014-2720?
To fix CVE-2014-2720, 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-2014-2720 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2014-2720 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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