Platform
other
Component
allegra
Fixed in
7.5.1
CVE-2023-52333 represents a critical Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability discovered in Allegra. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems by exploiting a lack of proper input validation within the saveFile method. The vulnerability impacts Allegra versions 7.5.0 build 29 and earlier, requiring immediate attention. A fix is available in version 7.5.1.
The impact of CVE-2023-52333 is severe. Successful exploitation allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the Allegra user, potentially gaining full control of the affected system. Given Allegra's registration mechanism allows for the creation of users with elevated privileges, an attacker could escalate their privileges to achieve domain dominance. This could lead to data breaches, system compromise, and disruption of critical services. The lack of robust input validation makes this vulnerability particularly concerning, as it simplifies the exploitation process.
CVE-2023-52333 was publicly disclosed on November 22, 2024. The vulnerability's ease of exploitation, combined with the potential for privilege escalation, suggests a medium probability of exploitation (EPSS score likely medium). No public proof-of-concept exploits have been observed at the time of writing, but the vulnerability's severity warrants proactive monitoring and mitigation. It is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog.
Exploit Status
EPSS
4.51% (89% percentile)
CISA SSVC
CVSS Vector
The primary mitigation for CVE-2023-52333 is to immediately upgrade to Allegra version 7.5.1 or later. If upgrading is not immediately feasible, consider implementing temporary workarounds. While a direct WAF rule is unlikely to be effective due to the internal nature of the vulnerability, restricting access to the saveFile functionality based on user roles and permissions can reduce the attack surface. Thoroughly review user access controls and ensure only authorized users have access to file saving operations. After upgrading, confirm the fix by attempting to trigger the saveFile function with a malicious path; it should be rejected.
Update Allegra to version 7.5.1 or higher. This version corrects the directory traversal vulnerability in the saveFile method.
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CVE-2023-52333 is a critical Remote Code Execution vulnerability in Allegra, allowing attackers to execute code by exploiting a flaw in the saveFile method due to insufficient path validation.
You are affected if you are using Allegra versions 7.5.0 build 29 or earlier. Upgrade to version 7.5.1 or later to mitigate the risk.
The recommended fix is to upgrade to Allegra version 7.5.1 or later. If immediate upgrade is not possible, implement temporary workarounds like restricting access to the saveFile functionality.
While no public exploits have been confirmed, the vulnerability's severity and ease of exploitation suggest a potential for active exploitation. Proactive monitoring and mitigation are recommended.
Refer to the Allegra official website or security advisory channels for the latest information and updates regarding CVE-2023-52333.
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