AVG AntiVirus Free AVGSvc Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
July 29th, 2024
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of AVG AntiVirus Free. 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 AVG Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
Additional Details
Fixed in Feb 24 Firmware Version 24.Xx
Disclosure Timeline
- 2023-11-01 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-07-29 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-08-15 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Nicholas Zubrisky and Michael DePlante (@izobashi) of Trend Micro's Zero Day Initiative
