| CVE ID | CVE-2022-0556 |
| CVSS SCORE | 7.3, AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
| AFFECTED VENDORS |
ZyXel |
| AFFECTED PRODUCTS |
AP Configurator |
| VULNERABILITY DETAILS |
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of ZyXel AP Configurator. 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 installer. The issue results from incorrect permissions set on a directory. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of an Administrator. |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS |
ZyXel has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.zyxel.com/support/Zyxel-security-advisory-for-local-privilege-escalation-vulnerability-of-AP-Configurator.shtml |
| DISCLOSURE TIMELINE |
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| CREDIT | Anonymous |
