CVE-2024-7263: Arbitrary Code Execution in WPS Office

Published Aug 15, 2024
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Updated

Improper path validation in promecefpluginhost.exe in Kingsoft WPS Office version ranging from 12.2.0.13110 to 12.2.0.17115 (exclusive) on Windows allows an attacker to load an arbitrary Windows library. The patch released in version 12.1.0.17119 to mitigate CVE-2024-7262 was not restrictive enough. Another parameter was not properly sanitized which leads to the execution of an arbitrary Windows library.

Affected Software

2 affected components
All of the following
Kingsoft WPS Office>=12.2.0.13110<12.2.0.17153
Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Information

Update to latest version

Event History

Aug 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 28, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:50 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:51 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-7263?

CVE-2024-7263 has a high severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-7263?

To fix CVE-2024-7263, update Kingsoft WPS Office to version 12.2.0.17153 or later.

3

What does CVE-2024-7263 allow an attacker to do?

CVE-2024-7263 allows an attacker to load arbitrary Windows libraries, potentially leading to code execution.

4

Which versions of Kingsoft WPS Office are affected by CVE-2024-7263?

Kingsoft WPS Office versions ranging from 12.2.0.13110 to 12.2.0.17115 are affected by CVE-2024-7263.

5

Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2024-7263?

No, Microsoft Windows itself is not considered vulnerable to CVE-2024-7263.

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