CVE-2011-2678
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CVE-2011-2678 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Cisco VPN Client 5.0.7.0240 and 5.0.7.0290 on 64-bit Windows platforms uses weak permissions (NT AUTHORITY\INTERACTIVE:F) for cvpnd.exe, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing this executable file with an arbitrary program, aka Bug ID CSCtn50645. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of a CVE-2007-4415 regression.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Cisco VPN Client 5.0.7.0240 and 5.0.7.0290 on 64-bit Windows platforms uses weak permissions (NT AUTHORITY\INTERACTIVE:F) for cvpnd.exe, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing this executable file with an arbitrary program, aka Bug ID CSCtn50645. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of a CVE-2007-4415 regression.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Vpn Client | 5.0.7.0240 |
| Cisco | Vpn Client | 5.0.7.0290 |
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