8.8
CWE
269
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-25041: uTorrent JSON RPC Server privileges management

First published: Fri Jun 17 2022(Updated: )

A vulnerability was found in uTorrent. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the component JSON RPC Server. The manipulation leads to privilege escalation. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

Credit: cna@vuldb.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
uTorrent

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-25041?

    CVE-2018-25041 has been rated as critical due to its potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-25041?

    To address CVE-2018-25041, users should update to the latest version of uTorrent that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What component is affected by CVE-2018-25041?

    CVE-2018-25041 affects the JSON RPC Server functionality in uTorrent.

  • Can CVE-2018-25041 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2018-25041 can be exploited remotely through the JSON RPC Server.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-25041?

    CVE-2018-25041 is a privilege escalation vulnerability.

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