CVE-2018-10959
UnknownEPSS 1.60%
Last modified
CVE-2018-10959 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Avecto Defendpoint 4 prior to 4.4 SR6 and 5 prior to 5.1 SR1 has an Untrusted Search Path vulnerability, exploitable by modifying environment variables to trigger automatic elevation of an attacker's process launch.. EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Avecto Defendpoint 4 prior to 4.4 SR6 and 5 prior to 5.1 SR1 has an Untrusted Search Path vulnerability, exploitable by modifying environment variables to trigger automatic elevation of an attacker's process launch.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Beyondtrust | Avecto Defendpoint | >= 4.0, < 4.4.267.0 |
| Beyondtrust | Avecto Defendpoint | >= 5.0, < 5.1.149.0 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-10959?
Avecto Defendpoint 4 prior to 4.4 SR6 and 5 prior to 5.1 SR1 has an Untrusted Search Path vulnerability, exploitable by modifying environment variables to trigger automatic elevation of an attacker's process launch.
How severe is CVE-2018-10959?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-10959 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-10959?
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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