CVE-2024-53268: Lack of validation on openExternal allows 1 click remote code execution in joplin

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2024-53268?

CVE-2024-53268 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2024-53268?

To fix CVE-2024-53268, update Joplin to version 3.0.4 or later.

Q: Which versions of Joplin are affected by CVE-2024-53268?

CVE-2024-53268 affects Joplin versions prior to 3.0.4.

Q: What kind of attack vector does CVE-2024-53268 utilize?

CVE-2024-53268 exploits the openExternal function lacking URI scheme filtering to execute remote code.

Q: Is Joplin on all platforms affected by CVE-2024-53268?

Yes, all platforms running affected versions of Joplin are susceptible to CVE-2024-53268.

Published Nov 25, 2024

Updated

Joplin is an open source, privacy-focused note taking app with sync capabilities for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. In affected versions attackers are able to abuse the fact that openExternal is used without any filtering of URI schemes to obtain remote code execution in Windows environments. This issue has been addressed in version 3.0.3 and all users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Joplin Joplin<3.0.3

Joplin Project Joplin<3.0.3

Event History

Nov 25, 2024

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:22 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:22 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·08:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-53268?

CVE-2024-53268 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2024-53268?

To fix CVE-2024-53268, update Joplin to version 3.0.4 or later.

Which versions of Joplin are affected by CVE-2024-53268?

CVE-2024-53268 affects Joplin versions prior to 3.0.4.

What kind of attack vector does CVE-2024-53268 utilize?

CVE-2024-53268 exploits the openExternal function lacking URI scheme filtering to execute remote code.

Is Joplin on all platforms affected by CVE-2024-53268?

Yes, all platforms running affected versions of Joplin are susceptible to CVE-2024-53268.

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