7.2
CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated
Advisory Published

CVE-2024-5581: Allegra unzipFile Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri Nov 22 2024(Updated: )

Allegra unzipFile Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Allegra. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the unzipFile method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of LOCAL SERVICE. Was ZDI-CAN-23453.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Allegro

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-5581?

    CVE-2024-5581 is a high severity vulnerability that allows remote code execution.

  • How does CVE-2024-5581 allow exploitation?

    CVE-2024-5581 can be exploited through directory traversal in the unzipFile functionality.

  • What is required to exploit CVE-2024-5581?

    Authentication is required to exploit CVE-2024-5581 on affected installations.

  • What are the consequences of CVE-2024-5581?

    Exploitation of CVE-2024-5581 can lead to arbitrary code execution on the server hosting Allegra.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-5581?

    To fix CVE-2024-5581, update to the patched version of Allegra provided in the latest release notes.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2025 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203