CVE-2023-38041: Race Condition

Published Oct 25, 2023
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Updated

A logged in user may elevate its permissions by abusing a Time-of-Check to Time-of-Use (TOCTOU) race condition. When a particular process flow is initiated, an attacker can exploit this condition to gain unauthorized elevated privileges on the affected system.

Affected Software

2 affected components
All of the following
Ivanti Secure Access Client<22.6
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Oct 25, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:24 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:24 AM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-38041?

CVE-2023-38041 is a vulnerability that allows a logged-in user to elevate its permissions by exploiting a Time-of-Check to Time-of-Use (TOCTOU) race condition.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38041?

The severity of CVE-2023-38041 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2023-38041?

Ivanti Secure Access Client versions up to exclusive 22.6 are affected by CVE-2023-38041.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-38041?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-38041 by abusing the Time-of-Check to Time-of-Use (TOCTOU) race condition when a particular process flow is initiated.

5

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2023-38041?

No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2023-38041.

6

How can I fix CVE-2023-38041?

To fix CVE-2023-38041, it is recommended to update Ivanti Secure Access Client to a version beyond 22.6.

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