CVE-2023-0104CWE-29

The listed versions for Weintek EasyBuilder Pro are vulnerable to a ZipSlip attack caused by decompiling a malicious project file

Critical · published February 22, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.3
EPSS
22%
Percentile
97.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky ZipSlip attack lurking in Weintek EasyBuilder Pro could have attackers unzipping their way into your system! 🔥 Think of it like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat, but instead of a rabbit, it’s a malicious project file sneaking unwanted surprises into your computer. With a little sleight of hand, attackers can manipulate the way files are extracted, gaining access to sensitive data or total control of the machine. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to a complete takeover of the user's computer, allowing attackers to steal sensitive information, manipulate files, or even deploy further malicious payloads. It's like leaving the backdoor of your house wide open, inviting in all sorts of trouble!

Put simply

Think of it like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat, but instead of a rabbit, it’s a malicious project file sneaking unwanted surprises into your computer. With a little sleight of hand, attackers can manipulate the way files are extracted, gaining access to sensitive data or total control of the machine. This vulnerability occurs when a malicious zip file is unpacked, allowing the attacker to manipulate file paths and extract files outside the intended directory. This can lead to unauthorized access and control over the user's system or data.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to a complete takeover of the user's computer, allowing attackers to steal sensitive information, manipulate files, or even deploy further malicious payloads. It's like leaving the backdoor of your house wide open, inviting in all sorts of trouble! To safeguard against this, update to the latest version of Weintek EasyBuilder Pro immediately. Additionally, review and sanitize all project files before opening them, ensuring they come from trusted sources. Implement strict file handling practices to mitigate risk. You've got this! Follow these steps, and your system will be locked down tighter than ever! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.21846 · 97.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-29 · Path Traversal: '\..\filename'
Published
2023-02-22T20:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 FEB 20:25Z
    The listed versions for Weintek EasyBuilder Pro are vulnerable to a ZipSlip attack caused by decompiling a malicious project file
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