CVE-2023-29081: InstallShield Symlink Vulnerability Affecting Suite Project Setups
First published: Fri Jan 26 2024(Updated: )
A vulnerability has been reported in Suite Setups built with versions prior to InstallShield 2023 R2. This vulnerability may allow locally authenticated users to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) condition when handling move operations on local, temporary folders.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2016 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2016-sp1 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2016-sp2 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2017 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2017-sp1 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2018 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2018-r2 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2018-sp1 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2019 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2019-r2 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2019-r3 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2020 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2020-r2 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2020-r3 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2020-r3sp1 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2021-r1 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2021-r2 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2022-r1 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2022-r2 | |
| Acresso InstallShield Update Agent | =2023-r1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-29081?
CVE-2023-29081 is classified as a vulnerability that can lead to a Denial of Service (DoS) condition.
How do I fix CVE-2023-29081?
To fix CVE-2023-29081, users should update to InstallShield version 2023 R2 or later.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2023-29081?
CVE-2023-29081 affects installations created with versions of InstallShield prior to 2023 R2.
Who can exploit the CVE-2023-29081 vulnerability?
CVE-2023-29081 can be exploited by locally authenticated users to trigger a DoS condition.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-29081?
The potential impact of CVE-2023-29081 is a Denial of Service (DoS) when handling move operations on local temporary folders.
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