SB2023052503 - Multiple vulnerabilities in TeX Live

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SB2023052503 - Multiple vulnerabilities in TeX Live

Published: May 25, 2023 Updated: November 25, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2023052503
CSH Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 2
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 vulnerabilities.


1) OS Command Injection (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-32700)

CWE-ID: CWE-78 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber


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

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when processing a TeX file, obtain from an untrusted source. A remote attacker can pass specially crafted file to the application and execute arbitrary OS commands on the target system.


2) Protection mechanism failure (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-32668)

CWE-ID: CWE-693 - Protection Mechanism Failure

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green


The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to the application allows a document (compiled with the default settings) to make arbitrary network requests. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted document and gain access to sensitive information. 


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References