CVE-2024-8975
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2024-8975 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Unquoted Search Path or Element vulnerability in Grafana Alloy on Windows allows Privilege Escalation from Local User to SYSTEM This issue affects Alloy: before 1.3.3, from 1.4.0-rc.0 through 1.4.0-rc.1.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unquoted Search Path or Element vulnerability in Grafana Alloy on Windows allows Privilege Escalation from Local User to SYSTEM This issue affects Alloy: before 1.3.3, from 1.4.0-rc.0 through 1.4.0-rc.1.
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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grafana | Alloy | < 1.3.3 | — |
| Grafana | Alloy | 1.4.0 | Rc0 |
References
- https://github.com/grafana/alloy/releases/tag/v1.3.4Release Notes
- https://github.com/grafana/alloy/releases/tag/v1.4.1Release Notes
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-8975?
Unquoted Search Path or Element vulnerability in Grafana Alloy on Windows allows Privilege Escalation from Local User to SYSTEM
This issue affects Alloy: before 1.3.3, from 1.4.0-rc.0 through 1.4.0-rc.1.
How severe is CVE-2024-8975?
CVE-2024-8975 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8975?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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