CVE-2022-34902
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CVE-2022-34902 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Access 6.5.4 (39316) Agent. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Access 6.5.4 (39316) Agent. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Desktop Control Agent service. The service loads Qt plugins from an unsecured location. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-15787.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Parallels | Parallels Access | 6.5.4_\(39316\) |
References
- https://kb.parallels.com/en/129010Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-946/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://kb.parallels.com/en/129010Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-946/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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