CVE-2021-30245

Code execution in Apache OpenOffice via non-http(s) schemes in Hyperlinks

Description

The project received a report that all versions of Apache OpenOffice through 4.1.8 can open non-http(s) hyperlinks. The problem has existed since about 2006 and the issue is also in 4.1.9. If the link is specifically crafted this could lead to untrusted code execution. It is always best practice to be careful opening documents from unknown and unverified sources. The mitigation in Apache OpenOffice 4.1.10 (unreleased) assures that a security warning is displayed giving the user the option of continuing to open the hyperlink.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.81% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache OpenOffice
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r87ff11512e4883052991e6b725e20294224034ea8453b811fb3ee735%40%3Cusers.openoffice.apache.org%3E mailing list patch vendor advisory
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r87ff11512e4883052991e6b725e20294224034ea8453b811fb3ee735%40%3Cdev.openoffice.apache.org%3E mailing list
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/ra2cabdc083d5160a84de9a6436296ee5030fb3a16dc490dee4f983d5%40%3Cdev.openoffice.apache.org%3E mailing list
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/ra2cabdc083d5160a84de9a6436296ee5030fb3a16dc490dee4f983d5%40%3Cusers.openoffice.apache.org%3E mailing list
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r7c01173f763b0c4212ada0e6ab283984d6e058d72258efce85c006ab%40%3Cannounce.apache.org%3E mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-30245?
CVE-2021-30245 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-30245?
To fix CVE-2021-30245, 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-2021-30245 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-30245 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.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-30245?
CVE-2021-30245 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache OpenOffice.
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