CVE-2024-53268

Public Exploit
Lack of validation on openExternal allows 1 click remote code execution in joplin

Description

Joplin is an open source, privacy-focused note taking app with sync capabilities for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. In affected versions attackers are able to abuse the fact that openExternal is used without any filtering of URI schemes to obtain remote code execution in Windows environments. This issue has been addressed in version 3.0.3 and all users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.09%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: laurent22 joplin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/laurent22/joplin/security/advisories/GHSA-pc5v-xp44-5mgv vendor advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-53268?
CVE-2024-53268 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-53268?
To fix CVE-2024-53268, 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-2024-53268 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-53268 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-2024-53268?
CVE-2024-53268 affects laurent22 joplin.
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