CVE-2024-8424: WatchGuard Endpoint Protection Privilege Escalation in PSANHost Enables Arbitrary File Delete as SYSTEM

Published Nov 7, 2024
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Updated

Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in WatchGuard EPDR, Panda AD360 and Panda Dome on Windows (PSANHost.exe module) allows arbitrary file delete with SYSTEM permissions. This issue affects EPDR: before 8.00.23.0000; Panda AD360: before 8.00.23.0000; Panda Dome: before 22.03.00.

Affected Software

3 affected components
WatchGuard EPDR<8.00.23.0000
Panda AD360<8.00.23.0000
Panda Dome<22.03.00

Event History

Nov 7, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Nov 8, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability severity of CVE-2024-8424?

CVE-2024-8424 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its impact on unauthorized file deletion with SYSTEM privileges.

2

How can I mitigate CVE-2024-8424 in WatchGuard EPDR?

To mitigate CVE-2024-8424, upgrade WatchGuard EPDR to version 8.00.23.0000 or later.

3

What versions of Panda AD360 are affected by CVE-2024-8424?

Panda AD360 versions prior to 8.00.23.0000 are affected by CVE-2024-8424.

4

What is the nature of the flaw described in CVE-2024-8424?

CVE-2024-8424 involves improper privilege management that allows arbitrary file deletion.

5

Can CVE-2024-8424 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2024-8424 typically requires local access to exploit the privilege escalation and perform arbitrary file deletions.

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