CVE-2024-39613: RCE in desktop app in Windows by local attacker
Published Sep 16, 2024
·Updated
Mattermost Desktop App versions <=5.8.0 fail to specify an absolute path when searching the cmd.exe file, which allows a local attacker who is able to put an cmd.exe file in the Downloads folder of a user's machine to cause remote code execution on that machine.
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
npm/mattermost-desktop<5.9.0
5.9.0
Mattermost Mattermost Desktop<5.9.0
Remediation
Information
Update Mattermost Desktop App to version 5.9.0 or higher.
Event History
Sep 16, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:40 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via GitHub·02:37 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-39613?
CVE-2024-39613 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-39613?
To fix CVE-2024-39613, upgrade the Mattermost Desktop App to version 5.9.0 or later.
3
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-39613?
CVE-2024-39613 affects Mattermost Desktop App versions 5.8.0 and earlier.
4
Who is impacted by CVE-2024-39613?
Any user of the Mattermost Desktop App versions 5.8.0 and below is at risk from CVE-2024-39613.
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What type of attack does CVE-2024-39613 enable?
CVE-2024-39613 enables a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the user's machine.