CVE-2024-4944: Mobile VPN with SSL Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Jul 9, 2024
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Updated

A local privilege escalation vlnerability in the WatchGuard Mobile VPN with SSL client on Windows enables a local user to execute arbitrary commands with elevated privileged.

Affected Software

2 affected components
All of the following
WatchGuard Mobile VPN with SSL<12.10.4
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jul 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:23 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:23 AM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 26, 58546
Event
via NVD·02:27 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-4944?

CVE-2024-4944 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-4944?

To fix CVE-2024-4944, update the WatchGuard Mobile VPN with SSL client to the latest version beyond 12.10.4.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-4944?

CVE-2024-4944 affects local users of the WatchGuard Mobile VPN with SSL client on Windows.

4

What type of devices are vulnerable to CVE-2024-4944?

CVE-2024-4944 affects devices running specific versions of WatchGuard Mobile VPN with SSL on Windows.

5

Can CVE-2024-4944 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2024-4944 requires local access to the device to exploit the vulnerability.

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