CVE-2022-27167: Arbitrary File Deletion in ESET products for Windows
First published: Tue May 10 2022(Updated: )
Privilege escalation vulnerability in Windows products of ESET, spol. s r.o. allows attacker to exploit "Repair" and "Uninstall" features what may lead to arbitrary file deletion. This issue affects: ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET NOD32 Antivirus 11.2 versions prior to 15.1.12.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET Internet Security 11.2 versions prior to 15.1.12.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET Smart Security Premium 11.2 versions prior to 15.1.12.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET Endpoint Antivirus 6.0 versions prior to 9.0.2046.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET Endpoint Security 6.0 versions prior to 9.0.2046.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server 8.0 versions prior to 9.0.12012.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET File Security for Microsoft Windows Server 8.0.12013.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET Mail Security for Microsoft Exchange Server 6.0 versions prior to 8.0.10020.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET Mail Security for IBM Domino 6.0 versions prior to 8.0.14011.0. ESET, spol. s r.o. ESET Security for Microsoft SharePoint Server 6.0 versions prior to 8.0.15009.0.
Credit: security@eset.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Eset Endpoint Antivirus | >=6.0<8.0.2053.0 | |
| Eset Endpoint Antivirus | >=8.1<8.1.2050.0 | |
| Eset Endpoint Antivirus | >=9.0<9.0.2046.0 | |
| Eset Endpoint Security | >=6.0<8.0.2053.0 | |
| Eset Endpoint Security | >=8.1<8.1.2050.0 | |
| Eset Endpoint Security | >=9.0<9.0.2046.0 | |
| Eset File Security | >=6.0<8.0.12013.0 | |
| Eset Internet Security | >=11.2<15.1.12.0 | |
| Eset Mail Security | >=6.0<8.0.10020.0 | |
| Eset Mail Security | >=6.0<8.0.14011.0 | |
| Eset Nod32 Antivirus | >=11.2<15.1.12.0 | |
| Eset Security | >=6.0<8.0.15009.0 | |
| Eset Server Security | >=6.0 | |
| Eset Server Security | >=8.0<9.0.12012.0 | |
| Eset Smart Security | >=11.2<15.1.12.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-27167?
CVE-2022-27167 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in Windows products of ESET spol. s r.o. that allows an attacker to exploit "Repair" and "Uninstall" features and may lead to arbitrary file deletion.
Which products are affected by CVE-2022-27167?
The following products are affected by CVE-2022-27167: ESET NOD32 Antivirus versions 11.2 prior to 15.1.12.0, ESET Endpoint Antivirus versions 6.0 to 9.0, ESET Endpoint Security versions 6.0 to 9.0, ESET File Security versions 6.0 to 8.0, ESET Internet Security versions 11.2 to 15.1.12.0, ESET Mail Security versions 6.0 to 8.0, ESET Smart Security Premium versions 11.2 to 15.1.12.0, ESET Security for SharePoint Server versions 6.0 to 8.0, ESET Server Security versions 8.0 to 9.0.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-27167?
CVE-2022-27167 has a severity score of 7.1, which is considered high.
How can I fix CVE-2022-27167?
To fix CVE-2022-27167, it is recommended to update your ESET products to the latest versions available, as specified in the ESET advisory.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-27167?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-27167 in the ESET advisory provided at: [https://support.eset.com/en/ca8268](https://support.eset.com/en/ca8268)
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