CVE-2024-39904

Code Execution Vulnerability via Local File Path Traversal in Vnote

Description

VNote is a note-taking platform. Prior to 3.18.1, a code execution vulnerability existed in VNote, which allowed an attacker to execute arbitrary programs on the victim's system. A crafted URI can be used in a note to perform this attack using file:/// as a link. For example, file:///C:/WINDOWS/system32/cmd.exe. This allows attackers to execute arbitrary programs by embedding a reference to a local executable file such as file:///C:/WINDOWS/system32/cmd.exe and file:///C:/WINDOWS/system32/calc.exe. This vulnerability can be exploited by creating and sharing specially crafted notes. An attacker could send a crafted note file and perform further attacks. This vulnerability is fixed in 3.18.1.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.13%
Affected: vnotex vnote
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-39904?
CVE-2024-39904 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-39904?
To fix CVE-2024-39904, 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-2024-39904 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-39904 is being actively exploited. 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-2024-39904?
CVE-2024-39904 affects vnotex vnote.
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