CVE-2024-56179
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Publication date: 2025-08-22
Last updated on: 2025-08-22
Assigner: MITRE
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| alludo | mindmanager | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-22 | The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2024-56179 is a directory traversal vulnerability in MindManager Windows versions prior to 24.1.150. It allows attackers to write files to unexpected directories on a victim's machine if the victim opens a malicious mmap file and then opens a file attachment within that mmap file. This enables unauthorized file write operations through directory traversal. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing an attacker to write files to unintended locations on your machine, potentially leading to unauthorized modification or addition of files. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically opening malicious mmap files and their attachments, which could lead to local compromise or manipulation of your system files. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure that MindManager Windows is updated to version 24.1.150 or later. Avoid opening mmap files and their attachments from untrusted sources to prevent exploitation via directory traversal. Additionally, educate users about the risks of opening suspicious file attachments. [1]