CVE-2024-51317
MEDIUMCVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
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Description
An issue in NetSurf v.3.11 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the dom_node_normalize function
Analysis
An issue in NetSurf v.3.11 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the dom_node_normalize function. 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 Context
This vulnerability is classified as Command Injection (CWE-77), which allows attackers to inject arbitrary commands into system command execution. An issue in NetSurf v.3.11 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the dom_node_normalize function Affected products include: Netsurf-Browser Netsurf.
Affected Products
Netsurf-Browser Netsurf.
Remediation
No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Use parameterized APIs, avoid shell execution, validate input with strict allowlists.
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