Vulnerability identifier: #VU82549

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-44141

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Inkdrop
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Takuya Matsuyama

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted markdown file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

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

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Inkdrop: 5.0.0 - 5.5.3

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External links
http://www.inkdrop.app/
http://forum.inkdrop.app/t/inkdrop-desktop-v5-6-0/4211
http://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN48057522/

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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.