7.8
CWE
250
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-24245

First published: Tue Apr 09 2024(Updated: )

An issue in Canimaan Software LTD ClamXAV v3.1.2 through v3.6.1 and fixed in v.3.6.2 allows a local attacker to escalate privileges via the ClamXAV helper tool component.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ClamXAV>=3.1.2<=3.6.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-24245?

    CVE-2024-24245 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-24245?

    To fix CVE-2024-24245, update ClamXAV to version 3.6.2 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-24245?

    CVE-2024-24245 affects users of ClamXAV versions 3.1.2 through 3.6.1.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-24245?

    CVE-2024-24245 is a privilege escalation vulnerability found in the ClamXAV helper tool.

  • Can local attackers exploit CVE-2024-24245?

    Yes, local attackers can exploit CVE-2024-24245 to escalate their privileges on systems running affected versions of ClamXAV.

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