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6.5

cleanstart libmspack may run harmful code from crafted files

published 4 days ago
Summary

The libmspack component used by cleanstart can be tricked by specially crafted archive files to execute unwanted code. This could let an attacker run programs on your system without permission. Update libmspack to the latest version or apply the vendor’s recommended patch.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart libmspack to version 0.7.1_alpha-r0.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart libmspack < 0.7.1_alpha-r0
Fix: upgrade to 0.7.1_alpha-r0
Original advisory text
issue was discovered in mspack/chmd
Security vulnerability affects the libmspack package. An issue was discovered in mspack/chmd.
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
6.5 Medium
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
Sources
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