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CVE-2024-40446:
Linux Debian vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
CVE-2024-40446 is a critical security vulnerability affecting forkosh Mime Tex versions before 1.77. The vulnerability was published on April 22, 2025, and allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script (NVD, GitHub Reference).
Technical details
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. It is classified as CWE-94 (Improper Control of Generation of Code - 'Code Injection'). The vulnerability allows for code injection through crafted script input processing (NVD).
Impact
The vulnerability enables attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The high CVSS score indicates severe potential impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users are advised to stop using MimeTeX as it appears to be unmaintained. If immediate discontinuation is not possible, it is recommended to restrict user input and isolate the service using sandboxing or containerization to limit the impact of potential exploits (GitHub Reference).
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