CVE-2024-7788: Signatures in "repair mode" should not be trusted
First published: Tue Sep 17 2024(Updated: )
Improper Digital Signature Invalidation vulnerability in Zip Repair Mode of The Document Foundation LibreOffice allows Signature forgery vulnerability in LibreOfficeThis issue affects LibreOffice: from 24.2 before < 24.2.5.
Credit: security@documentfoundation.org security@documentfoundation.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/libreoffice | <=1:7.0.4-4+deb11u10<=4:7.4.7-1+deb12u4 | 4:7.4.7-1+deb12u5 4:24.2.5-4 4:24.2.6-2 |
| LibreOffice Draw | >=24.2.0<24.2.5 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.libreoffice.org/about-us/security/advisories/CVE-2024-7788
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-7788
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-7788
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-7788
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-7788
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-7788
- https://gerrit.libreoffice.org/c/core/+/169952
- https://gerrit.libreoffice.org/c/core/+/170028
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-7788?
CVE-2024-7788 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for signature forgery.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7788?
To fix CVE-2024-7788, upgrade LibreOffice to versions 24.2.5 or later.
What versions of LibreOffice are affected by CVE-2024-7788?
CVE-2024-7788 affects LibreOffice versions from 24.2.0 to prior than 24.2.5.
What impact does CVE-2024-7788 have on document security?
CVE-2024-7788 allows for possible signature forgery, compromising the integrity of documents.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-7788?
The recommended approach for CVE-2024-7788 is to upgrade to a protected version rather than relying on a workaround.
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