CVE-2024-11872
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CVE-2024-11872 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Epic Games Launcher Incorrect Default Permissions Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Epic Games Launcher. EPSS estimates a 0.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Epic Games Launcher Incorrect Default Permissions Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Epic Games Launcher. 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 applies incorrect default permissions to a sensitive folder. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-24329.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Epicgames | Launcher | 16.6.0-33806133 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1646/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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