CVE-2015-8109: High severity lenovo system update vulnerability

Published Apr 24, 2017
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Updated

Lenovo System Update (formerly ThinkVantage System Update) before 5.07.0019 allows local users to gain privileges by making a prediction of tvsutmpxxxxxXXXXX account credentials that requires knowledge of the time that this account was created, aka a "temporary administrator account vulnerability."

Affected Software

1 affected component
Lenovo Lenovo System Update<=5.07.0013

Event History

Apr 24, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:12 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:12 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-8109?

CVE-2015-8109 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-8109?

To fix CVE-2015-8109, update Lenovo System Update to version 5.07.0019 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2015-8109?

CVE-2015-8109 affects users of Lenovo System Update versions prior to 5.07.0019.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8109?

CVE-2015-8109 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability affecting the temporary administrator account.

5

Can CVE-2015-8109 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2015-8109 can only be exploited by local users with access to the system.

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