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CVE-2024-56508

Linkace unrestricted file upload

7.6 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.44%
  1. Published27 Dec 2024

Description

LinkAce is a self-hosted archive to collect links of your favorite websites. Prior to 1.15.6, a file upload vulnerability exists in the LinkAce. This issue occurs in the "Import Bookmarks" functionality, where malicious HTML files can be uploaded containing JavaScript payloads. These payloads execute when the uploaded links are accessed, leading to potential reflected or persistent XSS scenarios. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.15.6.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionRequired
ScopeChanged
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:H/A:N

Affected products

Linkace< 1.15.6

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-56508 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-56508 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.44%.

How severe is CVE-2024-56508?

CVE-2024-56508 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.6, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-56508?

Affected products include Linkace.

How do I fix CVE-2024-56508?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Linkace 1.15.6 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.