CVE-2019-25568

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.32%

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CVE-2019-25568 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Memu Play 6.0.7 contains an insecure file permissions vulnerability that allows low-privilege users to escalate privileges by replacing the MemuService.exe executable. Attackers can rename and overwrite MemuService.exe in the installation directory with a malicious executable, which executes with system-level privileges when the service restarts after a computer reboot.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Memu Play 6.0.7 contains an insecure file permissions vulnerability that allows low-privilege users to escalate privileges by replacing the MemuService.exe executable. Attackers can rename and overwrite MemuService.exe in the installation directory with a malicious executable, which executes with system-level privileges when the service restarts after a computer reboot.

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Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrovirtMemu<= 6.0.7

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Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-25568?
Memu Play 6.0.7 contains an insecure file permissions vulnerability that allows low-privilege users to escalate privileges by replacing the MemuService.exe executable. Attackers can rename and overwrite MemuService.exe in the installation directory with a malicious executable, which executes with system-level privileges when the service restarts after a computer reboot.
How severe is CVE-2019-25568?
CVE-2019-25568 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-25568?
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