CVE-2024-40445

High

Description

A directory traversal vulnerability in forkosh Mime TeX before version 1.77 allows attackers on Windows systems to read or append arbitrary files by manipulating crafted input paths.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.3
Exploit probability—
ProductCtan Mimetex
PublishedApr 22, 2025
First seenApr 22, 2025

How to fix

Update
  • ctan mimetex1.77 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
ctan mimetexv < 1.771.77

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