CVE-2015-2234: Race Condition
First published: Tue May 12 2015(Updated: )
Race condition in Lenovo System Update (formerly ThinkVantage System Update) before 5.06.0034 uses world-writable permissions for the update files directory, which allows local users to gain privileges by writing to an update file after the signature is validated.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Lenovo System Update | <=5.06.0027 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2234?
CVE-2015-2234 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2234?
To fix CVE-2015-2234, upgrade Lenovo System Update to version 5.06.0034 or later.
Which versions of Lenovo System Update are affected by CVE-2015-2234?
CVE-2015-2234 affects Lenovo System Update versions prior to 5.06.0034.
Who is impacted by CVE-2015-2234?
Local users on systems running affected versions of Lenovo System Update may be impacted by CVE-2015-2234.
What causes CVE-2015-2234?
CVE-2015-2234 is caused by a race condition due to world-writable permissions in the update files directory.
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