CVE-2022-34899: Parallels Access Agent Time-Of-Check Time-Of-Use Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Mon Jul 18 2022(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Access 6.5.4 (39316) Agent. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target host system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Parallels service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to execute a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-16134.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Parallels Parallels Access | =6.5.4_\(39316\) | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-34899?
CVE-2022-34899 is a vulnerability that allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Access 6.5.4 (39316) Agent.
How can the CVE-2022-34899 vulnerability be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-34899, an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target host system.
What is the affected software for CVE-2022-34899?
The affected software for CVE-2022-34899 is Parallels Access 6.5.4 (39316) Agent.
How severe is the vulnerability CVE-2022-34899?
The severity of the vulnerability CVE-2022-34899 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I fix the CVE-2022-34899 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2022-34899 vulnerability, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Parallels Access.
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