CVE-2023-34292: Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

The specific flaw exists within the parsing of XB or XT files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write before the start of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. . Was ZDI-CAN-18552.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt
Ashlar Cobalt<12.0.1204.54

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:57 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:57 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:07 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-34292?

CVE-2023-34292 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-34292?

To address CVE-2023-34292, users should update their Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt software to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2023-34292 enable?

CVE-2023-34292 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-34292?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2023-34292, as the target must open a malicious file.

5

What products are affected by CVE-2023-34292?

CVE-2023-34292 affects installations of Ashlar-Vellum Cobalt.

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