CVE-2021-47742: Epic Games Psyonix Rocket League <=1.95 Elevation of Privileges via Insecure Permissions

Published Dec 31, 2025
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Updated

Epic Games Psyonix Rocket League <=1.95 contains an insecure permissions vulnerability that allows authenticated users to modify executable files with full access permissions. Attackers can leverage the 'F' (Full) flag for the 'Authenticated Users' group to change executable files and potentially escalate system privileges.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Epic Games Rocket League<=1.95

Event History

Dec 31, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:39 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-47742?

CVE-2021-47742 has a medium severity level due to its potential for allowing unauthorized access and modification of executable files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-47742?

To fix CVE-2021-47742, users should update Rocket League to the latest version beyond 1.95 to mitigate the insecure permissions vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2021-47742?

CVE-2021-47742 affects users of Epic Games Rocket League versions up to and including 1.95.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-47742?

CVE-2021-47742 is classified as an insecure permissions vulnerability, allowing authenticated users to alter executable files.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2021-47742?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2021-47742 to gain full access permissions to modify executable files if they are authenticated users.

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