Security readout for executives and security teams
This old WinRAR issue could let a malicious ZIP archive trigger code execution when processed by WinRAR 3.40 or possibly earlier. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, a fixed version, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on legacy endpoints or servers where WinRAR 3.40 or earlier remains installed and used to open ZIP archives from email, downloads, tickets, or shared folders. Prioritize remediation if legacy WinRAR remains in use, especially on systems receiving external files. If no vulnerable installations exist, this is mainly a historical hygiene item. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for WinRAR 3.40 and earlier installations.; Check current WinRAR vendor guidance for fixed or supported versions.; Remove unsupported WinRAR versions where business need is absent..
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- Unknown
- CVSS
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- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5
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CVSS and timeline data
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- winrar-zip-file-bo(18569)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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