CVE-2019-18894
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CVE-2019-18894 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Avast Premium Security 19.8.2393, attackers can send a specially crafted request to the local web server run by Avast Antivirus on port 27275 to support Bank Mode functionality. A flaw in the processing of a command allows execution of arbitrary OS commands with the privileges of the currently logged in user. EPSS estimates a 1.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Avast Premium Security 19.8.2393, attackers can send a specially crafted request to the local web server run by Avast Antivirus on port 27275 to support Bank Mode functionality. A flaw in the processing of a command allows execution of arbitrary OS commands with the privileges of the currently logged in user. This allows for example attackers who compromised a browser extension to escape from the browser sandbox.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Avast | Premium Security | 19.8.2393 |
References
- https://palant.de/2020/01/13/pwning-avast-secure-browser-for-fun-and-profit/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://palant.de/2020/01/13/pwning-avast-secure-browser-for-fun-and-profit/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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