What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-29073?

CVE-2024-29073 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (Medium). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N. EPSS exploitation probability: 11.5%.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2024-29073?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2024-29073. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 11.5%.

Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-29073?

Yes, a patch is available for CVE-2024-29073. Update the affected software to the latest version immediately.

Anki CVE-2024-29073

MEDIUM

Inclusion of Functionality from Untrusted Control Sphere (CWE-829)

2024-07-22 talos-cna@cisco.com

Information Disclosure Anki

6.5

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

6.5 MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

Required

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

None

Availability

None

Lifecycle Timeline

CVE Published

Jul 22, 2024 - 15:15 nvd

MEDIUM 6.5

DescriptionNVD

An vulnerability in the handling of Latex exists in Ankitects Anki 24.04. When Latex is sanitized to prevent unsafe commands, the verbatim package, which comes installed by default in many Latex distributions, has been overlooked. A specially crafted flashcard can lead to an arbitrary file read. An attacker can share a flashcard to trigger this vulnerability.

AnalysisAI

An vulnerability in the handling of Latex exists in Ankitects Anki 24.04. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.

Technical ContextAI

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-829. An vulnerability in the handling of Latex exists in Ankitects Anki 24.04. When Latex is sanitized to prevent unsafe commands, the verbatim package, which comes installed by default in many Latex distributions, has been overlooked. A specially crafted flashcard can lead to an arbitrary file read. An attacker can share a flashcard to trigger this vulnerability. Affected products include: Ankiweb Anki.

RemediationAI

No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Apply vendor patches when available. Implement network segmentation and monitoring as interim mitigations.