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ID:10094 - Exploit for Path traversal in Xreader - CVE-2023-44451
ID:10094 - Exploit for Path traversal in Xreader - CVE-2023-44451
Published: June 21, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU84984
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-44451
CWE-ID: CWE-22
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Xreader
Xreader
Link to public exploit:
Vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.
The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted EPUB file and read arbitrary files on the system, leading to arbitrary code execution.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.