CVE-2016-2542
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2542 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Untrusted search path vulnerability in Flexera InstallShield through 2015 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in the current working directory of a setup-launcher executable file.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Flexera InstallShield through 2015 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in the current working directory of a setup-launcher executable file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Flexera | Installshield | < 2015 |
| Flexera | Installshield | 2015 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/84213Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035097Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://flexeracommunity.force.com/customer/articles/INFO/Best-Practices-to-Avoid-Windows-Setup-Launcher-Executable-IssuesTechnical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2019-08Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/84213Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035097Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://flexeracommunity.force.com/customer/articles/INFO/Best-Practices-to-Avoid-Windows-Setup-Launcher-Executable-IssuesTechnical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2019-08Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2542?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Flexera InstallShield through 2015 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in the current working directory of a setup-launcher executable file.
How severe is CVE-2016-2542?
CVE-2016-2542 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2542?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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