CVE-2024-4454
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CVE-2024-4454 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection. User interaction on the part of an administrator is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the WithSecure plugin hosting service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to create a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-23035.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Withsecure | Client Security | 15 |
| Withsecure | Elements Endpoint Protection | 17 |
| Withsecure | Email And Server Security | 15 |
| Withsecure | Server Security | 15 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-491/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-491/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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