CVE-2018-4010
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CVE-2018-4010 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the connect functionality of ProtonVPN VPN client 1.5.1. A specially crafted configuration file can cause a privilege escalation, resulting in the ability to execute arbitrary commands with the system's privileges.. EPSS estimates a 4.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the connect functionality of ProtonVPN VPN client 1.5.1. A specially crafted configuration file can cause a privilege escalation, resulting in the ability to execute arbitrary commands with the system's privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Protonvpn | Protonvpn | 1.5.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105319Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0679Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105319Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0679Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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