CVE-2023-51636
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CVE-2023-51636 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Avira Prime Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Avira Prime. EPSS estimates a 0.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Avira Prime Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Avira Prime. 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 Avira Spotlight Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-21600.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Avira | Avira Prime | < 6.27.19 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-469/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-469/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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