CVE-2024-42733

An issue in Docmosis Tornado v.2.9.7 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script to the UNC path input

Critical · published March 7, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
64.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A crafted script can let attackers execute arbitrary code in Docmosis Tornado v.2.9.7 and earlier — that's like allowing a stranger to waltz into your office with a key they shouldn't have! Think of it as a delivery driver who not only has the wrong address but also access to your sensitive documents — just delivering whatever they want to your network. This vulnerability can turn the trusted document generation process into a backdoor for malicious activities! An attacker could gain complete control over your system, executing any command they desire. This could lead to data breaches, loss of confidential information, or even complete system compromise, making it absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this software.

Put simply

Think of it as a delivery driver who not only has the wrong address but also access to your sensitive documents — just delivering whatever they want to your network. This vulnerability can turn the trusted document generation process into a backdoor for malicious activities! This vulnerability allows attackers to send a specially crafted script to the UNC path input, enabling them to run arbitrary code on the server. Versions of Docmosis Tornado prior to 2.9.8 are affected, leaving many systems open to exploitation.

What to do

An attacker could gain complete control over your system, executing any command they desire. This could lead to data breaches, loss of confidential information, or even complete system compromise, making it absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this software. Update Docmosis Tornado to version 2.9.8 immediately to close this vulnerability. Additionally, review your access controls and ensure that only trusted scripts are allowed in your UNC path inputs. Regularly audit your systems to prevent future vulnerabilities. You can tackle this! With a quick update, you'll boost your defenses and keep your systems safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01052 · 64.1th percentile
Published
2025-03-07T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 MAR 00:00Z
    An issue in Docmosis Tornado v.2.9.7 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script to the UNC path input
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