CVE-2019-14743

UnknownEPSS 0.52%

Last modified

CVE-2019-14743 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Valve Steam Client for Windows through 2019-08-07, HKLM\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Valve\Steam has explicit "Full control" for the Users group, which allows local users to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM access.. EPSS estimates a 0.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Valve Steam Client for Windows through 2019-08-07, HKLM\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Valve\Steam has explicit "Full control" for the Users group, which allows local users to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.52%

39.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ValvesoftwareSteam Client<= 2019-08-07

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-14743?
In Valve Steam Client for Windows through 2019-08-07, HKLM\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Valve\Steam has explicit "Full control" for the Users group, which allows local users to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM access.
How severe is CVE-2019-14743?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-14743 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14743?
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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Source: NVD / NIST