This vulnerability allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Kaspersky Total Security. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Safe Browser. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to overwrite a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Kaspersky Total Security 2015 |
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The severity of ZDI-22-431 is classified as high due to its potential to cause a denial-of-service condition.
To fix ZDI-22-431, update your Kaspersky Total Security software to the latest version provided by Kaspersky.
ZDI-22-431 affects installations of Kaspersky Total Security that allow local attackers to execute low-privileged code.
ZDI-22-431 is a denial-of-service vulnerability that can be exploited by local attackers.
An attacker must gain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-22-431.