SB2023111540 - Remote code execution in Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt



SB2023111540 - Remote code execution in Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt

Published: November 15, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023111540
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Unquoted Search Path or Element (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-44437)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to uncontrolled search path element within the parsing of various file types. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.