CVE-2022-43997
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.36%
Last modified
CVE-2022-43997 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect access control in Aternity agent in Riverbed Aternity before 12.1.4.27 allows for local privilege escalation. There is an insufficiently protected handle to the A180AG.exe SYSTEM process with PROCESS_ALL_ACCESS rights.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Incorrect access control in Aternity agent in Riverbed Aternity before 12.1.4.27 allows for local privilege escalation. There is an insufficiently protected handle to the A180AG.exe SYSTEM process with PROCESS_ALL_ACCESS rights.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Aternity | Aternity | < 12.1.4.27 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/jackullrich/21fcfe75aeb5e18c60b80e684b83d741Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://winternl.com/cve-2022-43997/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/jackullrich/21fcfe75aeb5e18c60b80e684b83d741Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://winternl.com/cve-2022-43997/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-43997?
Incorrect access control in Aternity agent in Riverbed Aternity before 12.1.4.27 allows for local privilege escalation. There is an insufficiently protected handle to the A180AG.exe SYSTEM process with PROCESS_ALL_ACCESS rights.
How severe is CVE-2022-43997?
CVE-2022-43997 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-43997?
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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