CVE-2022-27905
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.01%
Last modified
CVE-2022-27905 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. In ControlUp Real-Time Agent before 8.6, an unquoted path can result in privilege escalation. An attacker would require write permissions to the root level of the OS drive (C:\) to exploit this.. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In ControlUp Real-Time Agent before 8.6, an unquoted path can result in privilege escalation. An attacker would require write permissions to the root level of the OS drive (C:\) to exploit this.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Controlup | Controlup | < 8.6 |
References
- https://www.controlup.com/security/cve-2022-27905/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.controlup.com/security/cve-2022-27905/Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-27905?
In ControlUp Real-Time Agent before 8.6, an unquoted path can result in privilege escalation. An attacker would require write permissions to the root level of the OS drive (C:\) to exploit this.
How severe is CVE-2022-27905?
CVE-2022-27905 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-27905?
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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