#VU102306 Heap-based buffer overflow in Graphite - CVE-2024-13050

Vulnerability identifier: #VU102306

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-13050

CWE-ID: CWE-122

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Graphite
Client/Desktop applications / Virtualization software

Vendor: Ashlar-Vellum

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted VC6 file, trigger a heap-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

Graphite: All versions

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External links
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1734/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.