What is CVE-2018-8790?

CVE-2018-8790 is a vulnerability in Check Point ZoneAlarm version 15.3.064.17729 and below that exposes a WCF service, allowing a local low privileged user to execute arbitrary code as SYSTEM.

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8790?

The severity of CVE-2018-8790 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.

Is there a fix for CVE-2018-8790?

Yes, there is a fix for CVE-2018-8790. Update Check Point ZoneAlarm to version 15.4.062.17802 or above.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-8790?

More information about CVE-2018-8790 can be found on the following references: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107254), [Check Point Support Center](https://supportcenter.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk142952), [ZoneAlarm Release History](https://www.zonealarm.com/software/release-history/zafavfw.html#15.4.062.17802).

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CVE-2018-8790

high

7.8

CWE

863

1/3/2019

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-8790

Q: How can CVE-2018-8790 be exploited?

CVE-2018-8790 can be exploited by a local low privileged user to execute arbitrary code as SYSTEM using the exposed WCF service.

First published: Fri Mar 01 2019(Updated: )

Check Point ZoneAlarm version 15.3.064.17729 and below expose a WCF service that can allow a local low privileged user to execute arbitrary code as SYSTEM.

Credit: cve@checkpoint.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Checkpoint Zonealarm	<=15.3.064.17729

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-8790?
CVE-2018-8790 is a vulnerability in Check Point ZoneAlarm version 15.3.064.17729 and below that exposes a WCF service, allowing a local low privileged user to execute arbitrary code as SYSTEM.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8790?
The severity of CVE-2018-8790 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can CVE-2018-8790 be exploited?
CVE-2018-8790 can be exploited by a local low privileged user to execute arbitrary code as SYSTEM using the exposed WCF service.
Is there a fix for CVE-2018-8790?
Yes, there is a fix for CVE-2018-8790. Update Check Point ZoneAlarm to version 15.4.062.17802 or above.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-8790?
More information about CVE-2018-8790 can be found on the following references: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107254), [Check Point Support Center](https://supportcenter.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk142952), [ZoneAlarm Release History](https://www.zonealarm.com/software/release-history/zafavfw.html#15.4.062.17802).

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