7.2
CWE
276
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-7985

First published: Tue Nov 24 2015(Updated: )

Valve Steam 2.10.91.91 uses weak permissions (Users: read and write) for the Install folder, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse steam.exe file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Steam Client=2.10.91.91

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-7985?

    The severity of CVE-2015-7985 is considered to be high due to weak file permissions allowing privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-7985?

    To fix CVE-2015-7985, ensure that the Install folder permissions are appropriately set to restrict write access.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2015-7985?

    CVE-2015-7985 affects users of Valve Steam client version 2.10.91.91 due to improper file permissions.

  • Can CVE-2015-7985 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2015-7985 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2015-7985?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2015-7985 include unauthorized privilege escalation and the ability to execute malicious programs.

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