KeySight N6841A RF Sensor LAHttpInvokerServiceExporter Deserialization of Untrusted Data Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of KeySight N6841A RF Sensor. 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 LAHttpInvokerServiceExporter class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
Additional Details
KeySight has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-23-080-01
Disclosure Timeline
- 2022-09-14 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2023-05-01 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
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