G DATA Total Security Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability Details

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 G DATA Backup Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to overwrite a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.

Additional Details

Fixed in version (25.5.17.355)

Disclosure Timeline

• 2024-01-09 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
• 2024-05-31 - Coordinated public release of advisory
• 2024-07-01 - Advisory Updated

Credit

Anonymous

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