Vulnerability Description
The "Protect Worksheet" functionality in Mathsoft Mathcad 12 through 13.1, and PTC Mathcad 14, implements file access restrictions via a protection element in a gzipped XML file, which allows attackers to bypass these restrictions by removing this element.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ptc | Mathcad | 12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/43764
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3248
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482341/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37263
- http://osvdb.org/43764
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3248
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482341/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37263
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4600?
CVE-2007-4600 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The "Protect Worksheet" functionality in Mathsoft Mathcad 12 through 13.1, and PTC Mathcad 14, implements file access restrictions via a protection element in a gzipped XML file, which allows attacker...
How severe is CVE-2007-4600?
CVE-2007-4600 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-4600?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ptc Mathcad.