CVE-2023-4936: Synaptics-DisplayLink-privilege escalation vulnerability via a dynamic library sideloading
Published Oct 11, 2023
·Updated
It is possible to sideload a compromised DLL during the installation at elevated privilege.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Synaptics Displaylink Usb Graphics Windows<11.2m0
Synaptics Displaylink Windows<11.2
Event History
Oct 11, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CVE-2023-4936?
CVE-2023-4936 is a vulnerability that allows for the sideloading of a compromised DLL during the installation process at elevated privilege.
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What is the severity of CVE-2023-4936?
CVE-2023-4936 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
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How does CVE-2023-4936 affect software?
CVE-2023-4936 affects the Synaptics Displaylink Usb Graphics software version 11.2m0 on Windows operating systems.
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How can CVE-2023-4936 be exploited?
CVE-2023-4936 can be exploited by using malicious DLL files during the installation process to gain elevated privileges.
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How can CVE-2023-4936 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2023-4936, it is recommended to update to a version of the Synaptics Displaylink Usb Graphics software that is not affected or apply any available patches or security updates.