CVE-2023-1003: Typora WSH JScript code injection

Published Feb 24, 2023
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Updated

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in Typora up to 1.5.5 on Windows. Affected is an unknown function of the component WSH JScript Handler. The manipulation leads to code injection. An attack has to be approached locally. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Upgrading to version 1.5.8 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-221736.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Typora Typora<=1.5.5
All of the following
Typora Typora<=1.5.5
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Feb 24, 2023
CVE Published
07:53 AM
Data Sourced
07:53 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 7, 2023
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1003?

The severity of CVE-2023-1003 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

2

Which version of Typora is affected by CVE-2023-1003?

Typora up to version 1.5.5 is affected by CVE-2023-1003.

3

What is the CWE ID of CVE-2023-1003?

The CWE ID of CVE-2023-1003 is CWE-94.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-1003?

The attacker needs local access and can manipulate the WSH JScript Handler component to inject code.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-1003?

At this time, there is no official fix available for CVE-2023-1003. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Typora when a fix becomes available.

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