CVE-2023-50446
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2023-50446 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Mullvad VPN Windows app before 2023.6-beta1. Insufficient permissions on a directory allow any local unprivileged user to escalate privileges to SYSTEM.. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Mullvad VPN Windows app before 2023.6-beta1. Insufficient permissions on a directory allow any local unprivileged user to escalate privileges to SYSTEM.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mullvad | Mullvad Vpn | <= 2023.5 |
References
- https://github.com/mullvad/mullvadvpn-app/pull/5398Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/mullvad/mullvadvpn-app/pull/5398Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-50446?
An issue was discovered in Mullvad VPN Windows app before 2023.6-beta1. Insufficient permissions on a directory allow any local unprivileged user to escalate privileges to SYSTEM.
How severe is CVE-2023-50446?
CVE-2023-50446 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-50446?
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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