CVE-2023-50254

Deepin Reader remote code execution

9.3 CRITICALEPSS 2.12%

Published22 Dec 2023

Description

Deepin Linux's default document reader `deepin-reader` software suffers from a serious vulnerability in versions prior to 6.0.7 due to a design flaw that leads to remote command execution via crafted docx document. This is a file overwrite vulnerability. Remote code execution (RCE) can be achieved by overwriting files like .bash_rc, .bash_login, etc. RCE will be triggered when the user opens the terminal. Version 6.0.7 contains a patch for the issue.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredNone

User interactionRequired

ScopeChanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityNone

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:H

Affected products

Deepin Reader< 6.0.7

Remediation

Fixed in

Deepin Reader≥ 6.0.7

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-50254 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-50254 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 2.12%.

How severe is CVE-2023-50254?

CVE-2023-50254 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.3, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 2.12% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-50254?

Affected products include Deepin Reader.

How do I fix CVE-2023-50254?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Deepin Reader 6.0.7 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.