CVE-2023-42125: (0Day) Avast Premium Security Sandbox Protection Link Following Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Avast Premium Security Sandbox Protection Link Following Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Avast Premium Security. 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 implementation of the sandbox feature. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to create arbitrary namespace objects. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. . Was ZDI-CAN-20383.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-42125?
CVE-2023-42125 has a severity rating that indicates a significant risk due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42125?
To fix CVE-2023-42125, ensure that you update your Avast Premium Security software to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-42125?
CVE-2023-42125 affects installations of Avast Premium Security that are running unpatched versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-42125?
CVE-2023-42125 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that can be exploited by local attackers.
What conditions must be met to exploit CVE-2023-42125?
An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the affected system to exploit CVE-2023-42125.