CVE-2022-34900: Parallels Access Agent Uncontrolled Search Path Element Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Jul 18, 2022

Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Access 6.5.3 (39313) Agent. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Dispatcher service. The service loads an OpenSSL configuration file from an unsecured location. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-15213.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Access Agent. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Dispatcher service. The service loads an OpenSSL configuration file from an unsecured location. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Parallels Access

Parallels Parallels Access=6.5.4_\(39313\)

Event History

Jul 18, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:17 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:17 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Aug 3, 2024

Advisory Published

via ZDI·09:28 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this Parallels Access Agent vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this Parallels Access Agent vulnerability is CVE-2022-34900.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-34900?

The severity of CVE-2022-34900 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

How does this vulnerability allow attackers to escalate privileges?

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Access 6.5.3 (39313) Agent by exploiting a flaw within the software.

What software versions are affected by this vulnerability?

The Parallels Access version 6.5.4 (39313) and earlier are affected by this vulnerability.

Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?

Yes, Parallels has released a fix for this vulnerability. Please refer to the vendor's security advisory for more information.