CVE-2024-11477: Critical 7-Zip Vulnerability
🚨 CVE-2024-11477: Critical 7-Zip Vulnerability 🚨
A newly identified vulnerability in 7-Zip allows Remote Code Execution (RCE), posing a serious threat to users of this popular file archiving tool. Here’s what you need to know:
🔍 What is it?
CVE-2024-11477 exploits improper handling of certain file formats, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a malicious archive.
💥 Impact:
System compromise
Data breaches
Malware deployment
🛡 Mitigation Steps:
1️⃣ Update 7-Zip to the latest patched version.
2️⃣ Avoid opening files from unknown sources.
3️⃣ Use antivirus tools to scan archives