CVE-2023-1745

Public Exploit
KMPlayer SHFOLDER.dll uncontrolled search path

Description

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in KMPlayer 4.2.2.73. This issue affects some unknown processing in the library SHFOLDER.dll. The manipulation leads to uncontrolled search path. Attacking locally is a requirement. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-224633 was assigned to this vulnerability.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Third-Party Advisory google.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com Third-Party Advisory youtu.be
Affected: n/a KMPlayer
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References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.224633 third party advisory vdb entry permissions required technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.224633 signature third party advisory permissions required
https://github.com/10cksYiqiyinHangzhouTechnology/KMPlayer_Poc third party advisory exploit
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bdYaDmtWhnjaHkzv3bZ4PUSMzDJ8JjSV/view third party advisory exploit
https://youtu.be/7bh2BQOqxFo media coverage third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1745?
CVE-2023-1745 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-1745?
To fix CVE-2023-1745, 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-2023-1745 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-1745 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-2023-1745?
CVE-2023-1745 affects n/a KMPlayer.
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