First published: Thu May 06 2021(Updated: )
Multiple vulnerabilities in the install, uninstall, and upgrade processes of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Windows could allow an authenticated, local attacker to hijack DLL or executable files that are used by the application. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected device with SYSTEM privileges. To exploit these vulnerabilities, the attacker must have valid credentials on the Windows system. For more information about these vulnerabilities, see the Details section of this advisory.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Windows | <4.9.06037 |
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CVE-2021-1426 has been assigned a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local attackers to hijack critical files.
To address CVE-2021-1426, update Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client to version 4.9.06037 or later.
CVE-2021-1426 affects users of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Windows versions prior to 4.9.06037.
CVE-2021-1426 can be exploited by authenticated, local attackers to hijack DLL or executable files used by the application.
Exploitation of CVE-2021-1426 could allow attackers to execute malicious code on the target system.