CVE-2024-6154: Parallels Desktop Toolgate Heap-based Buffer Overflow Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Thu Jun 20 2024(Updated: )
Parallels Desktop Toolgate Heap-based Buffer Overflow Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Desktop. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute high-privileged code on the target guest system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Toolgate component. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user on the host system. Was ZDI-CAN-20450.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Parallels Desktop | <18.1.0 | |
| Parallels Desktop for Mac |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6154?
CVE-2024-6154 is classified as a high severity vulnerability allowing local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6154?
To fix CVE-2024-6154, update Parallels Desktop to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-6154?
CVE-2024-6154 affects users of Parallels Desktop for Mac versions prior to 18.1.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6154?
CVE-2024-6154 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
What can an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2024-6154?
Exploiting CVE-2024-6154 allows an attacker to escalate privileges on the affected system.
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