CVE-2024-55543
First published: Thu Jan 02 2025(Updated: )
Local privilege escalation due to DLL hijacking vulnerability. The following products are affected: Acronis Cyber Protect 16 (Windows) before build 39169.
Credit: security@acronis.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Acronis Cyber Protect 16 | <build 39169 | |
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Acronis Cyber Protect | <=15 | |
| Acronis Cyber Protect | =16 | |
| Acronis Cyber Protect | =16-update1 | |
| Acronis Cyber Protect | =16-update2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-55543?
CVE-2024-55543 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-55543?
To fix CVE-2024-55543, update Acronis Cyber Protect 16 to build 39169 or later.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-55543?
CVE-2024-55543 affects Acronis Cyber Protect 16 (Windows) versions prior to build 39169.
What is the nature of the vulnerability CVE-2024-55543?
CVE-2024-55543 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability caused by DLL hijacking.
Can I still use Acronis Cyber Protect 16 if I'm on an affected version related to CVE-2024-55543?
Using an affected version of Acronis Cyber Protect 16 poses security risks and should be addressed by updating to the latest build.
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