CVE-2023-48702: GHSL-2023-028: Remote Code Execution in jellyfin - CVE-2023-48702

Published Dec 13, 2023
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Updated

A user with administrator permissions is able to run arbitrary code on the jellyfin server via the /System/MediaEncoder/Path endpoint.

Other sources

Jellyfin is a system for managing and streaming media. Prior to version 10.8.13, the /System/MediaEncoder/Path endpoint executes an arbitrary file using ProcessStartInfo via the ValidateVersion function. A malicious administrator can setup a network share and supply a UNC path to /System/MediaEncoder/Path which points to an executable on the network share, causing Jellyfin server to run the executable in the local context. The endpoint was removed in version 10.8.13.

MITRE

Affected Software

1 affected component
Jellyfin Jellyfin<10.8.13

Event History

Dec 13, 2023
Advisory Published
via GitHub Security Lab·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via GitHub Security Lab·12:00 AM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:53 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-48702?

CVE-2023-48702 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for arbitrary file execution by a malicious administrator.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-48702?

To remediate CVE-2023-48702, upgrade Jellyfin to version 10.8.13 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-48702?

CVE-2023-48702 affects Jellyfin versions prior to 10.8.13.

4

Can CVE-2023-48702 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2023-48702 requires local administrative access to exploit, potentially limiting remote exploitation.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2023-48702?

The impact of CVE-2023-48702 includes the risk of arbitrary code execution which can compromise system integrity.

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