CVE-2024-6260
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CVE-2024-6260 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Malwarebytes Antimalware Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Malwarebytes Antimalware. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Malwarebytes Antimalware Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Malwarebytes Antimalware. 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 Malwarebytes 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-22321.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Malwarebytes | Antimalware | 4.6.6 |
References
- https://www.malwarebytes.com/secure/cvesVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1195/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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