CVE-2023-6186: Link targets allow arbitrary script execution

Published Dec 11, 2023
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Updated

Insufficient macro permission validation of The Document Foundation LibreOffice allows an attacker to execute built-in macros without warning.

In affected versions LibreOffice supports hyperlinks with macro or similar built-in command targets that can be executed when activated without warning the user.

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/LibreOffice<7.5.9
7.5.9
redhat/LibreOffice<7.6.4
7.6.4
debian/libreoffice
1:7.0.4-4+deb11u104:7.4.7-1+deb12u44:24.2.5-44:24.2.6-1
LibreOffice Libreoffice>=7.5.0<7.5.9
LibreOffice Libreoffice>=7.6.0<7.6.4
Fedoraproject Fedora=38
Debian Debian Linux=11.0
Debian Debian Linux=12.0

Event History

Dec 11, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:56 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:56 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 12, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·04:32 PM
Description
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·05:08 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6186?

CVE-2023-6186 has a medium severity rating allowing execution of macros without warning.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-6186?

To fix CVE-2023-6186, update LibreOffice to version 7.5.9 or 7.6.4 or higher.

3

What versions of LibreOffice are affected by CVE-2023-6186?

CVE-2023-6186 affects LibreOffice versions prior to 7.5.9 and versions prior to 7.6.4.

4

Can CVE-2023-6186 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-6186 can potentially be exploited remotely through malicious documents.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2023-6186 on users?

Users of LibreOffice with CVE-2023-6186 may experience unauthorized macro execution leading to potential data loss or compromise.

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