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 | <4.10.00093 |
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CVE-2021-1428 has a medium severity rating, indicating potential risk to affected systems.
To fix CVE-2021-1428, update the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client to the latest version available from Cisco.
CVE-2021-1428 vulnerabilities are caused by issues in the install, uninstall, and upgrade processes that could allow DLL or executable file hijacking.
Users of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Windows versions prior to 4.10.00093 are affected by CVE-2021-1428.
No, CVE-2021-1428 requires an authenticated, local attacker to exploit the vulnerability.