Is CVE-2024-40446 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-40446 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-40446 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-40446 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-40446?

CVE-2024-40446 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-40446

CWE-94Published: April 22, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue in forkosh Mime Tex before v.1.77 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The forkosh Mime Tex software contains a vulnerability that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script. This is a critical issue that can be exploited remotely by an unauthenticated user.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Upgrade to version 1.77 or later of Mime Tex to resolve this vulnerability.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-40446 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.