CVE-2023-40516
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CVE-2023-40516 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. LG Simple Editor Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of LG Simple Editor. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
LG Simple Editor Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of LG Simple Editor. 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 product installer. The product sets incorrect permissions on folders. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-20327.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lg | Simple Editor | 3.21.0 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1218/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1218/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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