CVE-2024-0083 in ChatRTX
Summary
by MITRE • 04/09/2024
NVIDIA ChatRTX for Windows contains a vulnerability in the UI, where an attacker can cause a cross-site scripting error by network by running malicious scripts in users' browsers. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, and information disclosure.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/07/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-0083 affects NVIDIA ChatRTX for Windows, a software solution designed to provide real-time chat capabilities within the Windows operating environment. This particular vulnerability resides within the user interface component of the application, representing a significant security weakness that could be exploited by malicious actors. The flaw specifically manifests as a cross-site scripting vulnerability, which occurs when the application fails to properly validate and sanitize user input before rendering it within the browser context. This type of vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it allows attackers to inject malicious scripts that can execute within the context of legitimate user sessions.
The technical nature of this vulnerability places it squarely within the scope of CWE-79, which defines cross-site scripting as a weakness where untrusted data is sent to a web browser without proper validation or sanitization. The vulnerability exists in the UI layer of NVIDIA ChatRTX, suggesting that the application likely processes user inputs or data from network sources through web rendering components. When an attacker successfully crafts malicious input that gets processed by the vulnerable UI component, the malicious script can execute within the user's browser session, potentially gaining access to sensitive information or performing unauthorized actions on behalf of the user. This cross-site scripting flaw represents a critical security gap that undermines the integrity of the application's user interface.
From an operational perspective, the exploitation of this vulnerability could result in severe consequences for both individual users and enterprise environments. The potential impact includes unauthorized code execution, which could allow attackers to install malware, modify application functionality, or establish persistent access to affected systems. Additionally, the vulnerability could enable denial of service attacks, where malicious scripts could disrupt normal application functionality or cause system instability. Information disclosure represents another serious concern, as the cross-site scripting vulnerability could potentially allow attackers to access sensitive user data, session tokens, or other confidential information that might be processed or displayed within the vulnerable UI component. The network-based exploitation aspect of this vulnerability means that attackers could potentially leverage this flaw from remote locations without requiring physical access to target systems.
The mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-0083 should focus on immediate remediation efforts including updating to the latest version of NVIDIA ChatRTX where the vulnerability has been addressed through proper input validation and sanitization. Organizations should implement network monitoring to detect potential exploitation attempts and establish secure coding practices that prevent similar vulnerabilities in future development. The vulnerability's classification under CWE-79 and its potential for code execution aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059, which covers command and script injection, making it a critical concern for security teams implementing defensive measures. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the application stack, ensuring comprehensive protection against cross-site scripting attacks that could compromise user sessions and system integrity.