What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2022-4294.

What is the severity level of CVE-2022-4294?

The severity level of CVE-2022-4294 is high (7.8).

Which antivirus software for Windows are affected by CVE-2022-4294?

Norton, Avira, Avast, and AVG Antivirus for Windows are affected by CVE-2022-4294.

How can I fix CVE-2022-4294 vulnerability?

To fix CVE-2022-4294 vulnerability, it is recommended to update the affected antivirus software to the latest version provided by the vendor.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-4294

high

7.8

CWE

269

10/1/2023

21/11/2024

CVE-2022-4294: Norton, Avira, Avast and AVG Antivirus for Windows Privilege Escalation

Q: What is Privilege Escalation vulnerability?

Privilege Escalation vulnerability is a type of issue whereby an attacker may attempt to compromise the software application to gain elevated access to resources that are normally protected from an application or user.

First published: Tue Jan 10 2023(Updated: )

Norton, Avira, Avast and AVG Antivirus for Windows may be susceptible to a Privilege Escalation vulnerability, which is a type of issue whereby an attacker may attempt to compromise the software application to gain elevated access to resources that are normally protected from an application or user.

Credit: security@nortonlifelock.com security@nortonlifelock.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Avira Avira Security	<1.1.78
Norton Power Eraser	<119.1.5.1
Avast AntiVirus	<22.10
AVG Antivirus	<22.10
Microsoft Windows
All of
Any of
Avast AntiVirus	<22.10
AVG Antivirus	<22.10
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2022-4294.
What is the severity level of CVE-2022-4294?
The severity level of CVE-2022-4294 is high (7.8).
Which antivirus software for Windows are affected by CVE-2022-4294?
Norton, Avira, Avast, and AVG Antivirus for Windows are affected by CVE-2022-4294.
What is Privilege Escalation vulnerability?
Privilege Escalation vulnerability is a type of issue whereby an attacker may attempt to compromise the software application to gain elevated access to resources that are normally protected from an application or user.
How can I fix CVE-2022-4294 vulnerability?
To fix CVE-2022-4294 vulnerability, it is recommended to update the affected antivirus software to the latest version provided by the vendor.

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