CVE-2022-40298
First published: Thu Sep 22 2022(Updated: )
Crestron AirMedia for Windows before 5.5.1.84 has insecure inherited permissions, which leads to a privilege escalation vulnerability found in the AirMedia Windows Application, version 4.3.1.39. A low privileged user can initiate a repair of the system and gain a SYSTEM level shell.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| =4.3.1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40298?
CVE-2022-40298 is a vulnerability in Crestron AirMedia for Windows before version 5.5.1.84 that allows for privilege escalation due to insecure inherited permissions.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-40298?
CVE-2022-40298 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.
How can I fix CVE-2022-40298?
To fix CVE-2022-40298, update Crestron AirMedia for Windows to version 5.5.1.84 or later.
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