CVE-2019-14743
First published: Wed Aug 07 2019(Updated: )
In Valve Steam Client for Windows through 2019-08-07, HKLM\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Valve\Steam has explicit "Full control" for the Users group, which allows local users to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM access.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Client | <=2019-08-07 | |
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-14743?
CVE-2019-14743 is a vulnerability found in the Valve Steam Client for Windows, which allows local users to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM access.
How severe is CVE-2019-14743?
CVE-2019-14743 has a severity rating of 6.6, which is considered high.
How does CVE-2019-14743 affect Valve Steam Client?
CVE-2019-14743 affects Valve Steam Client for Windows versions up to and including 2019-08-07.
How can local users exploit CVE-2019-14743?
Local users can exploit CVE-2019-14743 to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM access.
Are there any available fixes for CVE-2019-14743?
There are no available fixes for CVE-2019-14743 at the moment. It is recommended to update Valve Steam Client to the latest version when a fix becomes available.
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