CVE-2023-51885
CVSS 3.1 Score 9.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
The CVE-2023-51885 vulnerability is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in Mathtex v.1.05 and earlier versions. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the length of the LaTeX string component. The vulnerability has a base severity rating of CRITICAL, with a base score of 9.8 out of 10. It does not require any privileges or user interaction to exploit and can be carried out over the network. The potential danger it poses to an organization is high, as it can lead to unauthorized code execution and compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the affected system. Remediation measures should be taken promptly to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.
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