CVE-2023-38831

RARLAB WinRAR before 6.23 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code when a user attempts to view a benign file within a ZIP archive. The issue occurs because a ZIP archive may include a benign file such as an ordinary .JPG file and also a folder that has the same name as the benign file, and the...

WinRAR CVE-2023-38831 Exploit

This module exploits a vulnerability in WinRAR CVE-2023-38831. When a user opens a crafted RAR file and its embedded document, the decoy document is executed, leading to code execution. Module Options msf use exploit/windows/fileformat/winrar/cve202338831 msf undefinedcve202338831 show actions...

CVE-2023-38831: Insufficient Verification of Data Authenticity

RARLAB WinRAR before 6.23 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code when a user attempts to view a benign file within a ZIP archive. The issue occurs because a ZIP archive may include a benign file such as an ordinary .JPG file and also a folder that has the same name as the benign file, and the...

CVE-2023-38831

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CVE-2023-38831

CVE-2023-38831 affects WinRAR prior to 6.23. A crafted ZIP can trigger code execution when a user views a benign file, because a folder with the same name as that file may be processed during access. This vulnerability enables remote or local code execution depending on the user’s interaction wit...

Vulnerabilities fixed in Rarlab WinRAR

Rarlab has fixed vulnerabilities in WinRAR. A malicious person could exploit the vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary execute arbitrary code with user privileges. The vulnerability with reference CVE-2023-40477 is located in the way How WinRAR handles Recovery Volumes. A malicious party can creat...

CVE-2023-38831

RARLAB WinRAR before 6.23 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code when a user attempts to view a benign file within a ZIP archive. The issue occurs because a ZIP archive may include a benign file such as an ordinary .JPG file and also a folder that has the same name as the benign file, and the...

CVE-2023-38831

RARLAB WinRAR before 6.23 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code when a user attempts to view a benign file within a ZIP archive. The issue occurs because a ZIP archive may include a benign file such as an ordinary .JPG file and also a folder that has the same name as the benign file, and the...

Update now! WinRAR files can be abused to run malware

A new version of the file archiving software WinRAR fixes two vulnerabilities that could allow an attacker to execute code on a target system. All the victim has to do is to open a specially crafted archive. After receiving a report about the vulnerability in June, a new version of the software w...

New WinRAR Vulnerability Could Allow Hackers to Take Control of Your PC

A high-severity security flaw has been disclosed in the WinRAR utility that could be potentially exploited by a threat actor to achieve remote code execution on Windows systems. Tracked as CVE-2023-40477 CVSS score: 7.8, the vulnerability has been described as a case of improper validation while...

The vulnerability of the RAR4 file archiver WinRAR’s volume recovery processing system allows a hacker to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability of the RAR4 file archive processing system, which is used by WinRAR, relates to the ability to access memory beyond the buffer boundaries. Exploiting this vulnerability allows a malicious actor to execute arbitrary code by causing the user to open the malicious RAR archive...

RARLAB WinRAR Recovery Volume Improper Validation of Array Index Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of RARLAB WinRAR. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of...

KLA52366 Multiple vulnerabilities in WinRAR

Multiple vulnerabilities were found in WinRAR. Malicious users can exploit these vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code. Below is a complete list of vulnerabilities: 1. Recovery volume improper validation vulnerability in array index can be exploited to execute arbitrary code. 2. Remote code...

PT-2023-4552

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions RARLAB WinRAR versions prior to 6.23 Description Insufficient input validation allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code when a user attempts to view a benign file within a ZIP archive. The issue arises because a ZIP archive can conta...

VulnCheck KEV: CVE-2023-38831

RARLAB WinRAR contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows an attacker to execute code when a user attempts to view a benign file within a ZIP archive...

CERT-UA Warns of SmokeLoader and RoarBAT Malware Attacks Against Ukraine

An ongoing phishing campaign with invoice-themed lures is being used to distribute the SmokeLoader malware in the form of a polyglot file, according to the Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine CERT-UA. The emails, per the agency, are sent using compromised accounts and come with a ZIP...

CERT-UA Warns of SmokeLoader and RoarBAT Malware Attacks Against Ukraine

An ongoing phishing campaign with invoice-themed lures is being used to distribute the SmokeLoader malware in the form of a polyglot file, according to the Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine CERT-UA. The emails, per the agency, are sent using compromised accounts and come with a ZIP...

Hackers Using Self-Extracting Archives Exploit for Stealthy Backdoor Attacks

An unknown threat actor used a malicious self-extracting archive SFX file in an attempt to establish persistent backdoor access to a victim's environment, new findings from CrowdStrike show. SFX files are capable of extracting the data contained within them without the need for dedicated software...

CVE-2022-43650

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of RARLAB WinRAR 6.11.0.0. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the...

Design/Logic Flaw

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of RARLAB WinRAR 6.11.0.0. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the...