CWE
36
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-57966

First published: Mon Feb 03 2025(Updated: )

libarchiveplugin.cpp in KDE ark before 24.12.0 can extract to an absolute path from an archive.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
KDE Ark<24.12.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-57966?

    CVE-2024-57966 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-57966?

    To fix CVE-2024-57966, upgrade KDE Ark to version 24.12.0 or later.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-57966?

    CVE-2024-57966 is a path traversal vulnerability that allows extraction of files to absolute paths.

  • Which versions of KDE Ark are affected by CVE-2024-57966?

    KDE Ark versions before 24.12.0 are affected by CVE-2024-57966.

  • What impact does CVE-2024-57966 have on system security?

    CVE-2024-57966 can lead to unauthorized file extraction and potential overwriting of critical system files.

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