Advisory Details

June 20th, 2024

VIPRE Advanced Security Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

ZDI-24-819
ZDI-CAN-22345

CVE ID CVE-2024-5930
CVSS SCORE 7.8, AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
AFFECTED VENDORS VIPRE
AFFECTED PRODUCTS Advanced Security
VULNERABILITY DETAILS

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of VIPRE Advanced 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 Anti Malware Service. The issue results from incorrect permissions on a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS VIPRE has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://success.vipre.com/en_US/home-windows-release-notes/home-windows-release-notes-20240227
DISCLOSURE TIMELINE
  • 2023-12-01 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
  • 2024-06-20 - Coordinated public release of advisory
  • 2024-08-15 - Advisory Updated
CREDIT Anonymous
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