ZDI-24-1195: Malwarebytes Antimalware Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Malwarebytes Antimalware. 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 Malwarebytes 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.
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This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Malwarebytes Antimalware. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.0. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2024-6260.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-24-1195?
The severity of ZDI-24-1195 is high due to its ability to allow local attackers to escalate privileges.
How do I fix ZDI-24-1195?
To fix ZDI-24-1195, update Malwarebytes Anti-Malware to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-24-1195?
ZDI-24-1195 affects users of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware installations.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-24-1195?
ZDI-24-1195 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that requires low-privileged code execution to exploit.
Can ZDI-24-1195 be exploited remotely?
No, ZDI-24-1195 requires an attacker to have local access to the system for exploitation.