What is the severity of ZDI-24-1001?

The severity of ZDI-24-1001 is considered critical as it allows local attackers to escalate privileges.

How do I fix ZDI-24-1001?

To fix ZDI-24-1001, update Avast Cleanup Premium to the latest version released by the vendor.

Who is affected by ZDI-24-1001?

ZDI-24-1001 affects users of Avast Cleanup Premium installations.

What type of attack is ZDI-24-1001 associated with?

ZDI-24-1001 is associated with local privilege escalation attacks.

Is it necessary to have privileged access to exploit ZDI-24-1001?

Yes, an attacker must first execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-24-1001.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-24-1001

high

7.8

29/7/2024

22/11/2024

ZDI-24-1001: (0Day) Avast Cleanup Premium Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Mon Jul 29 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Avast Cleanup Premium. 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 Avast Cleanup Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Avast Cleanup Premium

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-24-1001?
The severity of ZDI-24-1001 is considered critical as it allows local attackers to escalate privileges.
How do I fix ZDI-24-1001?
To fix ZDI-24-1001, update Avast Cleanup Premium to the latest version released by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-24-1001?
ZDI-24-1001 affects users of Avast Cleanup Premium installations.
What type of attack is ZDI-24-1001 associated with?
ZDI-24-1001 is associated with local privilege escalation attacks.
Is it necessary to have privileged access to exploit ZDI-24-1001?
Yes, an attacker must first execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-24-1001.

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