CVE-2024-6871
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CVE-2024-6871 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. G DATA Total Security Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of G DATA Total Security. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
G DATA Total Security Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of G DATA Total Security. 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 handling of autostart tasks. The issue results from incorrect permissions set on folders. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-22629.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gdata-Software | Total Security | 25.5.15.21 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1486/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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