CVE-2024-23188: Maliciously crafted E-Mail attachment names could be used to temporarily execute script code in the context of the users browser session. Common user ...

Description

Maliciously crafted E-Mail attachment names could be used to temporarily execute script code in the context of the users browser session. Common user interaction is required for the vulnerability to trigger. Attackers could perform malicious API requests or extract information from the users account. Please deploy the provided updates and patch releases. We now use safer methods of handling external content when embedding attachment information to the web interface. No publicly available exploits are known.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.53%

40.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

References

Timeline

Published: May 6, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-23188?

Maliciously crafted E-Mail attachment names could be used to temporarily execute script code in the context of the users browser session. Common user interaction is required for the vulnerability to trigger. Attackers could perform malicious API requests or extract information from the users account. Please deploy the provided updates and patch releases. We now use safer methods of handling external content when embedding attachment information to the web interface. No publicly available exploits are known.

How severe is CVE-2024-23188?

CVE-2024-23188 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-23188?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.